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8:00am - 6:30pm   Activities and Resident Engagement (4 CEUs) 8:00am - 12:00pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This 4-hour course will review regulatory requirements on activities and staffing and provide tools for providers to expand their activities program options.   Managing Challenging Behaviors - Navigating Difficult Behaviors (4 CEUs) 12:30pm - 4:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This four-hour course is designed to help participants manage difficult behaviors in various settings. It covers identifying difficult behaviors and associated issues, developing tips for handling these behaviors, applying concepts of grieving, identifying difficult behaviors of residents, and managing them effectively. The ABCs of behavior and teaching techniques for problem-solving and behavior management for staff are also covered. Participants will gain a better understanding of how to manage difficult behaviors and create positive outcomes.   Regulations: Mandated Reporting and Documenting Incidents (2 CEUs) 4:30pm - 6:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) This two‐hour course outlines the requirements of reporting to CCLD when the unexpected occurs. From the duties of a mandated reporter to accidents, disasters, outbreaks, and more, this course teaches the participant how to avoid fines by properly documenting and reporting the unforeseen. Read more

8:00am - 6:30pm   Regulations: Risk Management and Insurance Issues (4 CEUs) 8:00am - 12:00pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) This four‐hour course helps administrators identify risks in their facilities through staff training, choosing levels of insurance coverage, regulatory compliance, and documentation.   Dementia: Beyond Disease (6 CEUs) 12:30pm - 6:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) No GH/STRTP Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This six-hour course features the works of G. Allen Power MD, who is a board-certified internist and geriatrician. The course is centered around Dr. Power's first book, Dementia Beyond Drugs, which was named Book of the Year in 2010 by the American Journal of Nursing in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing. Additionally, Dr. Power's second book offers an experiential perspective on dementia rather than a medical one. Participants will follow Dr. Power's path to wellbeing through seven domains, using his book, Dementia Beyond Disease: Enhancing Well-Being, as the foundation for the course. Read more

4:30pm - 8:30pm   Leadership in Action: Workplace Culture and Care (2 CEUs) 4:30pm - 6:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) This two-hour course explores how leadership quality directly shapes staff performance, care culture, and resident well-being. Participants will examine how leadership tone influences stress, accountability, morale, and safety, with practical strategies to lead with clarity, confidence, and compassion.   Budgeting and Financial Management for Success (2 CEUs) 6:30pm - 8:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) No Group Home/STRTP This course covers the essential financial operations required to run an Adult Residential Facility (ARF) or a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE). Participants will review the two primary components of facility fiscal management: revenue sources and expense tracking. The curriculum covers how to identify additional service fees, calculate the true cost of 24/7 staffing (including payroll taxes), and plan for fluctuations in resident capacity. The session includes a practical workshop where students practice completing the LIC 401 Monthly Operating Statement, a required document for state regulatory compliance. Read more

8:00am - 6:30pm   Person-Centered Principles in Action (4 CEUs) 8:00am - 12:00pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This 4-hour course provides a foundational understanding of person-centered awareness and its application in supporting individuals with developmental differences and the elderly in community settings. We will explore the principles behind HCBS, the impact of language and assumptions, and practical strategies for promoting choice, empowerment, and self actualization. Learn to move beyond traditional models to create truly person-centered support that honors individual needs and goals.   Dementia Regulations: What You Need to Know! (4 CEUs) 12:30pm - 4:30pm (This Course is ONLY approved for Regulations) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care for Elderly No Group Home / STRTP National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This four‐hour course focuses on topics such as new forms from licensing, a new medical assessment tool, and the qualifications of medical professionals who can perform assessments. It also emphasizes understanding and documenting behavioral expressions, with a focus on the idea that "all behavior is communication". The curriculum includes discussions on facility requirements, staff training, reporting procedures for elopement, planned activities, and advertising regulations.   Dementia: Science and Heart (2 CEUs) 4:30pm - 6:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care for Elderly No Group Home/STRTP Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) This course offers an overview of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and related conditions, focusing on diagnosis, treatment, and person-centered care. Participants will learn about risk factors, dementia types, and how to distinguish dementia from other cognitive impairments. The course also covers trauma-informed care, culture change, and relationship-centered practices, highlighting the importance of a supportive, low-stress environment for both caregivers and individuals with dementia. By the end of the course, participants will gain practical knowledge on managing medications, supporting families, addressing stigma, and applying Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs to provide compassionate, effective care. Read more

8:00am - 6:30pm   Food Service by the Numbers (4 CEUs) 8:00am - 12:00pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) This 4-hour course equips students with the knowledge and skills to ensure that the meals they are serving are safe, delicious, and meet the nutritional needs of their residents. This course covers regulations and budgeting, food safety practices and meal planning principles, modified and supplemental diets, the four pillars of food safety, and common food safety myths. We will also explore the science behind foodborne illnesses and identify common risks.   Emergency and Disaster Preparedness (4 CEUs) 12:30pm - 4:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) 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.   Inclusive Care: LGBTQIA+ Issues in Residential Settings (2 CEUs) 4:30pm - 6:30pm Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) Group Home (GH) Short Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) This two-hour interactive course equips administrators with the knowledge and tools to create inclusive, affirming environments for LGBTQIA+ residents. Participants will explore the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals in licensed residential care, including legal protections, health disparities, and social isolation. Through engaging discussions, real-world case studies, and legal insights, attendees will learn how to address discrimination, respect diverse identities, and implement culturally competent practices. This course empowers caregivers to support LGBTQIA+ residents with dignity, respect, and compassion by fostering understanding and acceptance. Read more

8:30am - 5:00pm Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Care (ADDC) Seminar – Hosted by Community Training Connection, a subsidiary of NCCDP (7 CEUs) If you are currently a Formula 40 member, please call for a discount. Approved for: Adult Residential Facilities (ARF) Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) No GH/STRTP Board of Registered Nurses (BRN) National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) Don’t just meet the minimum requirements for dementia education—exceed them. Community Training Connection is proud to host the official National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP) curriculum. This offering is an expert-led event designed to elevate skills and inspire meaningful improvements in memory care. This course is essential for individuals seeking the Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP®) designation. Our trainers have extensive real-world experience in long-term care, equipping participants with practical strategies they can apply right away to improve care. Course Highlights: Behavioral Management: Strategies for paranoia, hallucinations, wandering, and hoarding. Daily Care Excellence: Techniques for nutrition, dressing, and pain management. Communication & Empathy: Tools to reduce caregiver stress and foster patient dignity. Cultural Competence: Addressing diversity and spiritual care in the dementia journey. Read more