LIVE WEBINAR DATE AND TIME
Wednesday, March 10, 2027 4-5:30pm CT

Note: If you are unable to attend the live event, you will be automatically enrolled in the on-demand version.  The on-demand version will be available six weeks after the live broadcast.

INSTRUCTORS (click on the name below to read faculty bio)
Joy McKenzie, EdD, CCC-SLP

DESCRIPTION
There is increased attention on women’s health covering brain fog, fatigue and cognitive functions during peri- and post-menopausal ages. However, the lack of current research-based guidance to address women’s concerns is alarming. Many women report challenges with performing professional and personal tasks attributed to cognitive difficulties they experience during peri- and post-menopausal ages; yet they are often dismissed and told it is “normal” aging. Furthermore, women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease post-menopause. This webinar will explore the neurological and cognitive changes that occur across the menopausal transition and how these changes may influence daily functioning, work performance and quality of life. Participants will learn to distinguish expected age and menopause-related cognitive changes from potential indicators of neurodegenerative disease and will explore practical, research-informed strategies to support brain health, cognitive function and continued independence throughout midlife and beyond.

LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:  

1. List at least three neurological changes that in occur in women across pre-, peri- and post-menopause stages of life.
2. Differentiate between normal cognitive changes and cognitive changes associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
3. Describe women’s brain health through professional and/or personal life application for continued functional independence.
   

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will be present during the live webinar in its entirety and complete an attendance verification and feedback survey in the Academy Learning Portal within one month of the live air date. 

AUDIENCE
Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants and Speech-Language Pathologists 

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Occupational Therapists: Check back soon!

Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 9/9/2026.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Speech-Language Pathologists:
DISCLOSURES
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OTR/L Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Legreid, MSN, RN, CRRN, NPD-BC Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Joy McKenzie, EdD, CCC-SLP Has nothing to disclose.

ACADEMY POLICIES
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