Meet us in the Clinician's Lounge. Fill your cup of coffee or tea and join NIHD member Jan Dougherty, MS, RN, FAAN, Dementia Care Consultant for a discussion on The Impact of the Healthcare Environment on People Living with Dementia.
Meet our Discussion Leader.
Jan Dougherty is a nursing expert and leader in dementia care crafting award winning innovative programs to support people living with dementia and their family caregivers across the care continuum. Jan has pioneered unique dementia programs being used in Arizona, nationally and internationally. Most recently, Jan is on the forefront of the Dementia Friendly Community movement making Tempe, Arizona, the first Dementia Friendly Community in Arizona while assisting PHX Sky Harbor with dementia friendly strategies. Her new book, “Travel Well with Dementia: Essential Tips to Enjoy the Journey” offers the first comprehensive guide to assist families and persons living with dementia to plan and execute successful travel. Jan is a noted speaker and author in the field of dementia and has received numerous state and national recognition awards for her work.