Annual Webinar: What has Age Got to Do With It? - Montessori Dementia Program with Anne Kelly
Description
What has age got to do with it – Montessori is for everyone
MSCA Annual Webinar 2026
Montessori is often associated with early childhood — but its principles extend far beyond the classroom.
Join Anne Kelly, Head of Montessori for Dementia, Disability & Ageing at Association Montessori Internationale, for MSCA’s Annual Webinar as we explore how Montessori principles are applied in dementia, disability, and ageing.
With over 45 years of experience in aged and dementia care, Anne brings a deeply informed perspective on how environments can be designed to support participation, independence, and meaningful engagement at every stage of life.
This session will provide an overview of the Montessori Dementia Program, introduce the AMI standards guiding practice globally, and share real-world examples — including the first AMI-accredited care community, a leading model of intergenerational programming.
What You’ll Gain
A clear understanding of how Montessori principles apply in dementia, disability, and aged care
Insight into the AMI standards shaping Montessori practice in care settings worldwide
Practical examples of Montessori environments in action
A broader perspective on Montessori as an approach that supports the whole of life
Who Should Attend
Montessori educators and school leaders
Professionals working in aged care, disability, or community services
Anyone interested in how Montessori principles can be applied beyond education
Event Details
📅 Date: 13 May 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30pm AEDT
💻 Format: Online webinar
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Anne Kelly
Anne Kelly is a registered nurse and a subject matter expert on the application of Montessori principles for Dementia, Disability and Aged Care. She is currently Head of Montessori for Dementia, Disability and Ageing for the Association of Montessori Internationale. Anne holds qualifications in Post Graduate Dementia Management, Assessment and Workplace Training and Dementia Care Mapping. She has worked extensively in aged and dementia care both residential and community for the past 45 years. Her work takes her across Australia and the world, providing training, mentoring and consultation to care communities developing Montessori Environments. Anne is considered an Australian and world leader in Montessori Methods for dementia, disability and ageing. She published her first book in 2017, Forgetfulness, Feelings and Farnarkling, a book that examines where aged care has come from, where we are now and where we need to be.
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