Jeanette Cox Retired Educator, Author, Alzheimer's Advocate, and Former Caregiver
Alzheimer's Association
Bio: Jeanette Cox is a retired educator from the School District of Philadelphia, an author, an international speaker, and a passionate advocate for Alzheimer's and dementia awareness. She was the devoted care partner to her husband, who was diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia at age 57 and passed away at 62. Jeanette's journey inspired her to write Alzheimer's: The Disease That Destroys the Mind and dedicate her voice to supporting families and educating communities. Through her advocacy, she brings compassion, insight, and hope to those affected by dementia.
Dementia related topics: As a retired educator, author, and former caregiver to her husband who battled dementia, Jeanette Cox offers heartfelt and practical insight on the following topics related to dementia:
1. Recognizing the Early Signs: When You Notice Something is Wrong
2. Navigating the Dementia Journey as a Caregiver
3. The Importance of Estate Planning and Legal Preparation
4. Self-Care for Caregivers: Finding Balance in the Storm
5. Financial Guidance for Families Facing Dementia
6. Understanding Behavioral and Personality Changes in Your Loved One
7. Coping with Loss and Bereavement After Dementia
Language(s): English
Speaking Format: Virtual; In-person; Hybrid (in-person and Virtual)
County: Montgomery
Willingness to Travel: Near my location (county listed above); Within Pennsylvania; Within the United States
1. Recognizing the Early Signs: When You Notice Something is Wrong
2. Navigating the Dementia Journey as a Caregiver
3. The Importance of Estate Planning and Legal Preparation
4. Self-Care for Caregivers: Finding Balance in the Storm
5. Financial Guidance for Families Facing Dementia
6. Understanding Behavioral and Personality Changes in Your Loved One
7. Coping with Loss and Bereavement After Dementia
Language(s): English
Speaking Format: Virtual; In-person; Hybrid (in-person and Virtual)
County: Montgomery
Willingness to Travel: Near my location (county listed above); Within Pennsylvania; Within the United States
Julia Wood, MOT Director of Professional & Community Education
Lewy Body Dementia Association
Bio: Julia Wood is an occupational therapist specializing in assessment and treatment of people with Parkinson’s disease and related dementias. Julia is currently the director of Professional & Community Education at the Lewy Body Dementia Association (LBDA). She serves as faculty for the Parkinson’s Foundation’s Team Training for Parkinson program since 2016, certification and training faculty for the LSVT BIG® program since 2018 and served on the Parkinson’s Foundation Rehabilitation Task Force in 2021. She co-authored the first American Occupational Therapy Association Practice Guideline for Parkinson’s Disease in 2022 and serves on the Comprehensive Care Subcommittee for the World Parkinson’s Congress.
Dementia related topics: Differential dementia AD vs. LBD; living well with dementia; LBD 101; signs and symptoms of LBD; brain health; coping with cognitive changes; vision changes in LBD; role of rehab (OT, PT, SLP) in dementia; interdisciplinary care for dementia
Language(s): English
Speaking Format: Virtual; In-person; Hybrid (in-person and Virtual)
County: Montgomery
Willingness to Travel: Near my location (county listed above); Within Pennsylvania; Within the United States
Language(s): English
Speaking Format: Virtual; In-person; Hybrid (in-person and Virtual)
County: Montgomery
Willingness to Travel: Near my location (county listed above); Within Pennsylvania; Within the United States