In this course learners will achieve the following objectives: Identify six components of health and wellness to be applied to both residents and caregivers Recognize the inherent stress factors that healthcare workers are exposed to and the impact they have on work and one’s well-being Identify ways of bringing more balance to both work and […]
This course provides an overview of wandering and safety for persons with dementia. By the end of this course learners will be able to: Define wandering as it relates to persons with dementia Explain why wandering occurs Describe risk factors associated with wandering Identify best practices for responding to a wandering incident Identify other safety […]
By the end of this course, caregivers will be able to: Define mobility and why safe transportation is important for aging adults. Recognize relevant laws and regulations in transportation and long-term care communities. Identify essential transportation safety, accessibility, and reliability best practices, and appropriate types of vehicles. Apply appropriate outing assessment and safety skills in […]
Objectives of this course are to be able to: Describe dementia and common behaviors associated with dementia Define therapeutic activities and describe the benefits of therapeutic activities programming for persons with dementia Identify meaningful activities for persons with dementia using a person-centered approach Identify the steps in assessing activity needs of a person with dementia […]
The purpose of this course is to familiarize professionals working in long term care with the signs and symptoms that a resident might be at risk of suicide as well as mechanisms for assessing risk and suicide prevention. By the end of the course, learners will be able to: Identify the common mental health issues […]
This course is designed to enhance the healthcare provider’s knowledge about the sexual needs of persons with dementia. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: Define dementia, associated cognitive changes, and common behaviors associated with dementia Describe the difference between sex and intimacy Describe the cognitive changes caused by dementia that impact […]
Course objectives include: Distinguish between emergencies that impact the resident or client and those that affect the facility as a whole List common emergencies impacting older adults Describe when and how 9-1-1 should be called Identify safety measures the facility can have in place to prevent accidents and emergencies Identify ways in which the facility […]
This course provides an overview of the Resident Rights for elderly residents living in an assisted living facility. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Explain the importance of the Resident Rights in providing each resident with quality care and a quality living experience List and explain at least 5 universal resident […]
By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Name four symptoms of anxiety and depression Identify five interventions that reduce psychosocial stress Explain how resident rights contribute to psychosocial well-being Identify how to support residents and guide themselves to maintain psychosocial balance during the return to “normal” after a pandemic. This course […]
This course provides an overview of postural supports and restraints, and the appropriateness of using such devices in long term care. By the end of the course, learners will be able to: Identify the types of postural supports commonly used in long term care, and the risks associated with each type Understand the proper use and […]