Foundations of Dementia Care
Thursday, February 19, 2009 at 6:00 PM - Thursday, April 02, 2009 at 8:15 PM (CT)
Dementia care is challenging….and changing. Are you prepared to provide the best care? The Alzheimer’s Association’s Foundations of Dementia Care training program is field-tested to help you expand your knowledge and strengthen your skills as a caregiver. Our training program will provide your staff with the tools they need to provide compassionate, person-centered care to persons with dementia. Our training program features: · Interactive, hands-on training using role-play, film clips, and case studies · Person-centered care approaches for all stages of dementia · Practical, problem-solving techniques that your staff can use immediately · CEUs for nurses, social workers and long-term care administrators
Course Schedule
February 19, 2009 About Dementia
· Identify the symptoms of dementia.
· Understand the impact of dementia on behavior and communication.
February 26, 2009 Learning to Lead
· Identify the characteristics of a successful dementia care team.
· Implement staff empowerment strategies to improve the quality of care.
March 5, 2009 Enhancing Mealtime & Reducing Pain I
· Draw on your knowledge of residents' needs and preferences to improve nutrition and hydration.
· Increase your ability to recognize the spoken and unspoken signs of pain.
March 12, 2009 Reducing Pain II & Making Connections
· Discuss the elements of a complete pain report and learn strategies for responding to and preventing pain.
· Deepen your understanding of the social needs of residents.
· Engage residents through meaningful activities and quality interactions.
There is NO CLASS on Thursday, March 19
March 26, 2009 Understanding Wandering & Reducing Falls I
· Understand the role of wandering and exit-seeking behaviors in dementia.
· Develop strategies for preventing unsafe wandering.
· Recognize the factors—both environmental and personal—that place a resident at risk of falls.
April 2, 2009 Reducing Falls II & Restraint-Free Care
· Practice identifying, monitoring, and removing fall hazards.
· Learn techniques to prevent, reduce, and eliminate the use of physical restraints.
Thursday, February 19, 2009 at 6:00 PM
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Thursday, April 02, 2009 at 8:15 PM (CT)
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OUR MISSION
To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research;
To provide and enhance care and support for all affected;
And to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
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