Trainer: Cynthia Perthuis, CSA, CADDCT, CDP
Senior Care Authority New York and Southwest Florida
Date: Wednesday, May 18 - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
This is great for professionals who work and support people with all forms of Dementia, including Alzheimer's.
As a professional you should take this course because it will help you understand what your clients and/or patients are dealing with, as well as their families. You'll learn:
---How to prepare for the future
---Why certain behaviors happen and how to overcome them.
---What to do or not do in certain situations.
Most importantly, families will know you've been educated and trained by the way you support your clients.
This course will teach you about:
Diagnosis, Prognosis, Treatment, Repetitive Behavior, Communication, Feelings, Depression, Paranoia, Hallucinations, Wandering, Hoarding, Aggressive Behaviors, Personal Care, Pain, Nutrition, Catastrophic Reactions, Activities, Environment, Spiritual Care, Intimacy & Sexuality, Staff & Family Support, Diversity & Cultural Competence, End of Life
This course is required to apply for Certified Dementia Practitioner Certification. More details about this certification can be found at
www.nccdp.org. Even if you are not going to apply for the Certified Dementia Practitioner this course is worth it!