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Communication Skills (1 CEU) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care Facility for Elderly Group Home  STRTP  Accepted by the Board of Registered Nurses Good communication can improve the way that you operate through life, smoothing your way in your relationships with others. Effective communication can be particularly challenging in residential care.  This course highlights everyday communication skills, cross-cultural communication, and common challenges in communication in residential care. Read more

Dementia-Related Communication Issues (1 CEU) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility  Residential Care Facility for Elders Board of Registered Nurses As dementia progresses, the person's ability to communicate will be increasingly impaired. It is important for caregivers to recognize their residents' varying abilities to communicate and to find ways to help residents compensate. This course identifies some of the communication-related challenges associated with dementia and describes ways to overcome them. Read more

Dementia: Behavior as Communication (3 CEUs) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care Facility for Elderly Board of Registered Nurses Do you ever wonder about the motivations behind ‘problem’ or ‘maladaptive’ behaviors in individuals in your care? By approaching all behavior as communication, we can listen to what an individual may be trying to tell us, discover the reasons behind their behavior, and take steps to meet their needs or concerns. As dementia progresses, a person's communication ability will become increasingly impaired. Administrators and caregivers need to recognize that individuals in their care have varying communication abilities and find ways to help them compensate. Read more

Dementia: Getting Through the Day (2 CEUs) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility  Residential Care Facility for Elderly Board of Registered Nurses This course helps the administrator understand how dementia affects the daily activities of a resident. It provides tips and techniques to assist residents with dementia while allowing them to maintain their dignity. Read more

Dementia: Strategies for Support and Success (3 CEUs) Approved for: Adult Residential Facility Residential Care Facility for Elderly Board of Registered Nurses Caring for individuals with dementia requires a deep understanding of their unique needs, along with empathy, patience, and specialized techniques. This course provides insight into person-centered care, the progression of dementia, effective communication methods, and hands-on strategies such as the "Best Friends Approach" and the "Validation Method." This course also discusses creating a dementia-friendly environment, promoting independence, managing daily activities, and ensuring resident safety. Read more

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