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Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia


Description
This course teaches caregivers how to better interact with and care for people who have Alzheimer's Disease/Dementia.
Content
  • Introduction
  • Caring for the Resident with Dementia
  • Knowing and Understanding the Individual
  • Communication Skills
  • Communication Tips Video
  • The Physical Environment
  • Assisting with Personal Care
  • Activity and Purposeful Engagement
  • Behavior as Communication
  • Alzheimer's/Dementia Quiz
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever