Learning the Art of ‘Responding, Not Reacting’ When Issues of Sexuality and Intimacy Arise

TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026
2 p.m. - 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. - 3 p.m. CT

Virtual Workshop

This thought-provoking session will explore one of the most challenging and often avoided topics in dementia care: sexuality, intimacy, and personal relationships. As dementia progresses, questions surrounding consent, sexual expression, identity, orientation, and relationship rights can create discomfort, uncertainty, and complex care situations for residents, families, and staff alike. Caregivers can provide the right support when we determine we will be inclusive and authentically interested in relationships with others and ourselves.

Guided by the Positive Approach to Care® philosophy, this session will challenge participants to examine their own beliefs, biases, and emotional reactions while developing practical strategies grounded in empathy, curiosity, compassion, and person-directed living. Attendees will explore the rights and responsibilities of people living with dementia, consider differing perspectives, and gain greater confidence in addressing sensitive situations with dignity and respect.

Discover approaches that honor both individual choice and resident well-being. Move beyond fear and judgment to foster a deeper understanding of how you can support meaningful human connection, intimacy, and self-expression throughout the dementia journey. 

Presented by: Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA
Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA, is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. She is a graduate of Duke University with a degree in Zoology. She received her MS degree from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. Teepa has served in a wide variety of leadership and advisory positions in professional organizations at both the state and national levels, including the Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Foundation of America, AOTA, and NBCOT. She has worked as part of Duke University Medical Center’s Neuro-Rehabilitation Team, at UNC-CH’s Geriatric Clinic, as an OT director in a head injury facility, as a clinical specialist in geriatrics for a Veteran’s Administration Medical Center, and as a therapist and restorative care coordinator for long term care facilities. Her education, work experiences, recent medical and international research, and first-hand care provision led her to the development of the GEMS® States of Brain Change and the Positive Approach™ training strategies to guide others in effectively working with people living with neurocognitive degeneration. Her company, Positive Approach to Care®, provides online and in-person education and products to support those living with brain change worldwide. She also co-founded the Snow Approach Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Teepa presents with extraordinary expertise and humor to audiences throughout the world.

Registration Policy
Registration includes digital handouts and tools for each of the sessions, ONE connection to the live virtual workshop for ONE person, and instructions for receiving CE credit/attendance certificate for one person. Please note that a recording of this training is not included in the registration fee. 

Contact Hours
This program is approved for 2 hours of continuing education credit for nursing home, assisted living & adult residential care administrators through the Florida Board of Nursing Home Administrators, the Alabama Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators, and LABENFA, and nurses through the Florida Board of Nurses. Contact hours will be reported to CE Broker and the Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators within 30 days of the program date. All attendees may receive a certificate on request reflecting hours earned for self-reporting continuing education to other boards and oversight agencies.

Scholarships
The Scott Boord Career Development Scholarship Program gives members an opportunity to attend Aging Services programs and education events for those that otherwise would be unable to participate because of financial limitations. Scholarships are awarded to members who meet certain criteria. To find the guidelines and application, please click here.

Cancellations/Refunds/Substitutions
There is a $50 administrative fee for each cancellation or refund. Substitutions will be accepted at no additional fee until registration closes. Due to costs incurred related to the program, no refunds will be issued after Friday, August 7, 2026. All cancellations and substitution requests must be submitted in writing to kmccloud@leadingagesoutheast.org.

Questions
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