Specialized Positive Approach Dementia Training

• Changing the Paradigm; Seeing Dementia Differently, Dispelling Myths, Eliminating Stigma
• Prevention vs. Treatment for Dementia Related Behavior
• Communication in the world of Dementia; Identifying Underlying Emotional NEEDS behind the words in order to reduce Challenging Behavior.
• Critical Importance of Attention to Non-Verbal Communication
• Seeing the PERSON Within; Validation of Feelings & Emotions
• Challenging Behavior-What does it mean?
• Spirituality and Dementia; How to recognize and meet Spiritual Needs
• Transitions are Traumatic; How Can I help?
• Creating Purposeful & Meaningful “Individualized” Activities
• Supportive End of Life Care for Persons with Dementia and their Families
• Sexuality and Sexual Expression in Memory Care

Frontal Temporal Dementia (FTD) vs other Dementias; How do we know and why is it important? Variations in types of Frontal Temporal Dementia Management Training

• Creating Valuable Staff Relationships; Eliminate Inappropriate Hierarchical Attitudes, Importance of spending time on the floor to gain insight into the REAL Issues effecting staff & Residents
• The Value of Recognition and Reward for ALL staff
• Creation of Appropriate Mentors, as staff support, to Assess & then address issues immediately and thoroughly.
• Team Building in a stressful workplace. New Ideas?
• Revisiting ALL job descriptions in dementia care; Relationships are KEY
• Creating Career Paths for Direct Care Staff, Empowering them in order to solicit buy-in, participation and self-direction. Create a positive work atmosphere where pride and satisfaction in their work is the dominant outcome.