| As baby boomers age, the 21st century workforce is challenged to care for an exponentially growing population of persons with dementia. This course provides essential knowledge and understanding about neurological diseases that affect cognition and memory, and practical application of effective skills for supporting persons with dementia. Nearly all disciplines benefit from expertise in dementia care specialists, as do families of persons with dementia. Come away with increased knowledge in how to care for persons with dementia. Expertise in this growing area of human services also enhances your resume.
Agenda
Unit 1
An Introduction to Cognition and Aging
-Normal Cognition & Aging
-Cognitive Fitness
-Myths about Memory Loss
Unit 2
Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders
-Alzheimer’s Disease
-“Pigs Disease?” - the Related Disorders
-Younger Onset AD
-Mixed Dementia
Unit 3
Stages of Progressive Memory Loss
-Assessment Tools
-Reisberg Scales
Unit 4
Family Caregivers: Issues and Action Steps
-The Evolving Caregiver
-Avoiding Role Reversal
-Finance and Legal Issues
-Special Issues: Driving, Household Management & Wandering
-Red Flag Issues
-Respite
Unit 5
Options in Care
-Community Services
-When is more care needed?
-LTC options
Unit 6
Managing Moderate Dementia
-Treating Symptoms
-Changes in Communication
-Psychological Issues: Emotions, Hallucinations & Delusions
-Common Behavioral Manifestations
-Total Engagement: Arts-based Interventions for Wellness
-Humor and a Lighthearted Perspective
Unit 7
Caring for People with Moderate to Severe Dementia
-Anticipating and Assisting with Personal care needs
-Hygiene Issues
-Engagement in Living
-Critical Care: Pain Management, Challenging Behaviors, and Safety Issues
-Wellness through Person Centered Care
Unit 8
With Love and Compassion: End of Life Issues
-True Options: Advance Directives
-Palliative Care and Hospice
-Nutrition, Ambulation and End Stage Needs Requirements
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