Meets the requirements for the specialized care of residents with dementia in a facility
Hyannis, MA ??? This eight-hour interactive Dementia Certificate program is offered by Hope Dementia & Alzheimer’s Services, part of the HopeHealth family of services, and meets the requirements of 105 CMR 150.024 for the specialized care of residents with dementia in a facility. It is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of all professionals working with individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Topics include:
- Overview of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias
- Communicating and connecting with residents
- Techniques and approaches to care
- Person-centered care
- Understanding the needs of the family
- Dietary needs of residents
- Social needs and activities
- Recognizing and responding to caregiver stress
- Preventing, recognizing and responding to abuse and neglect
8 CEs available for RN/LPN, LICSW, LPC, LMHC, Psychologist, and Marriage and Family Therapist.
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Instructor
The program is taught by Suzanne Faith, RN psych, Senior Director, Hope Dementia & Alzheimer’s Services.
Cost
$160.00, includes materials and certificate of completion
Schedule
September 19, 2016 and September 26, 2016, from 12:00 p.m. ??? 4:00 p.m., HopeHealth, 765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601
Register
For more information or to register, please visit HopeDementia.org, call (508) 775-5656 or email Info@HopeDementia.org.
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About HopeHealth
HopeHealth has been enhancing the quality of life for people experiencing serious illness and loss for more than 35 years. In 2012, Alzheimer’s Services of Cape Cod & the Islands affiliated with the non-profit organization to enhance and expand its programs and community services. The HopeHealth family of services in Massachusetts includes: Hope Hospice; Hope Care for Kids; Hope Dementia & Alzheimer’s Services; and Hope Academy. The Massachusetts Pain Initiative is an affiliate of the organization. Learn more by calling (800) 642-2423 or visiting HopeHealthCo.org.