When It’s Not Non-Compliance: Dementia Response Strategies for First Responders

When It’s Not Non-Compliance: Dementia Response Strategies for First Responders

When: February 18, 2027

Location: Live online

Host: Justice Clearinghouse

Delivery: online

Police officers and first responders frequently encounter individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias during calls for service, including wandering, disturbances, or suspicious behavior. With millions of Americans affected, the likelihood of contact continues to rise. This webinar provides practical, field-ready strategies to help criminal justice professionals recognize signs of cognitive impairment, communicate more effectively, and reduce the risk of escalation. Participants will leave better equipped to improve safety, strengthen decision-making, and build community