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Dementia MattersAuthor: Wisconsin Alzheimers Disease Research Center
Dementia Matters is a podcast about Alzheimers disease and other causes of dementia. Creator and host Dr. Nathaniel Chin interviews leading scientists and caregiving experts to bring listeners the latest in Alzheimers disease news, research and caregiver resources. Brought to you by the Wisconsin Alzheimers Disease Research Center, find show notes and more resources at adrc.wisc.edu/dementia-matters. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Role of Social Work in Dementia Care
Episode 231
Tuesday, 24 March, 2026
People with dementia and their families see many different doctors and health care providers following a diagnosis. Some may be surprised to know that social workers play a role in dementia care as well. Jeni Synnes, a social worker at UW Health, joins the podcast to explain her role in a memory clinic, the support social workers provide for families and care partners, and what people should know before and after a memory assessment. Guest: Jeni Synnes, MSSW, LCSW, social worker, UW Health Show Notes Are you a clinician interested in receiving continuing education (CE) credits for listening to this episode? Find credit designation information, disclosures and evaluation information on our website and on the UW–Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership (ICEP) website. The accreditation for this course expires 3/23/2027. After this date, you will no longer be able to access the course or claim credit. Learn more about the Aging and Disability Resource Centers on the Wisconsin Department of Health Services website. Connect with us Find transcripts and more at our website. Email Dementia Matters: dementiamatters@medicine.wisc.edu Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Subscribe to the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center’s e-newsletter. Enjoy Dementia Matters? Consider making a gift to the Dementia Matters fund through the UW Initiative to End Alzheimer’s. All donations go toward outreach and production. Learn about and pre-order Dr. Chin’s book, When Memory Fades: What to Expect at Every Stage, from Early Signs to Full Support for Alzheimer's and Dementia, out June 2, 2026.
