Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Donors: Identifying Issues & Applying Best Practices
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM EST
Speaker(s): Tara Adams, Director of Philanthropy, North Carolina State University, Anthony Pomonis, Executive Director for Advancement, University of Central Florida
Competencies: Relationship BuildingIntegrity and Professionalism
Elective Session
1 in 9 people ages 65+ is showing some sign of cognitive impairment, which is also the same age as the average major gift donor in the United States. Encountering an elderly donor in cognitive decline is inevitable as advancement staff, yet few know how to ethically and legally handle this situation when it arises. Is your institution prepared? This session will teach attendees how to spot the signs of cognitive impairment and what best practices their team should implement when faced with an older donor who has cognitive impairment issues.