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Dementia: This is Your Brain on Music (1 CEU) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility  Residential Care Facility for Elderly Board of Registered Nurses Surprisingly, the power of music extends to the most challenging stages of Alzheimer's and other dementias. While cognitive decline wears down many abilities, the brain's capacity to process and respond to music often endures. Music can bring to mind vivid memories, sparking joy and reducing agitation. It provides a unique avenue for connection, even when verbal communication fades. By stimulating emotional, cognitive, and physical responses, music is emerging as a cornerstone of dementia care, offering solace, engagement, and a profound sense of well-being. Read more

Dementia: Understanding the Disease (2 CEUs) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care Facility for Elderly Board of Registered Nurses This course provides an introduction to the effects that various types of dementia have on the brain and the resulting symptoms. It outlines the basic steps of diagnosis and discusses ongoing research. Dementia is not a single disease; instead, it is a term that describes a significant loss of mental ability due to various underlying disorders. It impacts intellectual capabilities, impairing vocabulary, judgment, reasoning, physical coordination, and math skills, which can disrupt daily life. Read more

Developmental Disabilities (3 CEUs) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care Facility for Elderly Group Home  STRTP  Board of Registered Nurses ‘Developmental disability’ is an umbrella term for any condition that disrupts the normal development and function during childhood, with the effects often persisting through adulthood. Developmental delays can be caused by a wide variety of conditions affecting the brain. This course covers some of the more common types of developmental disorders, along with care techniques, particular needs that accompany aging, and the basic provisions of the Lanterman Act. Read more

Diabetes (2 CEUs) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility  Residential Care Facility for Elderly Group Home STRTP  Accepted by the Board of Registered Nurses Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic disease that results in too much glucose, a form of sugar, in the bloodstream. DM negatively impacts multiple body systems. There are Type I Diabetes, Type II Diabetes, and a newer reference to pre-diabetes or borderline diabetes.  The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of diabetes mellitus, its types and causes, clinical criteria for diagnosis, and treatment options, as well as screening and prevention guidelines to enhance the affected resident’s clinical outcomes and as result, their quality of life. Read more

It is essential that residential facilities are equipped and ready to respond to disasters that endanger the lives of residents and staff, and damage property. While not all disasters may be anticipated, studies demonstrate that preparation, knowing how to respond when a disaster strikes, and remaining calm and flexible can save lives and reduce physical damage. Approved for: Adult Residential Facility  Residential Care Facility for Elderly Group Home STRTP Read more

Employee Management (2 CEUs) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care Facility for Elderly Group Home STRTP  It is common for new administrators to be caught off-guard by the challenges of managing staff. A significant part of the administrator's job is to deal with a variety of staff-related issues. After all, being an employer and managing staff is complex and demanding work. This course covers the basics of handling the core duties that are part of being the boss. Read more