This Behavioural Support Rounds session is focused on using VR as a non-pharmacological intervention on a behavioural support unit. These sessions are open to all healthcare professionals and students to provide a learning forum to review leading practices in assessing and managing personal expressions, as demonstrated by individuals who live with dementia.

Learning objectives for this round

• Understand the benefits of VR in various use cases
• Understand how VR can be introduced into a behavioral support unit
• Differentiate between successful and unsuccessful VR interventions

Presenters

• Mara Swartz – Baycrest Health Sciences
• Grace Chung – Baycrest Health Sciences

These Rounds are co-sponsored by the Behavioural Support for Seniors Program, and the Ontario Centres for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care at Baycrest