Care Training Resources

Online care training and essentiALZ certification

essentiALZ^®
This online program offers individual training in dementia care, from HealthCare Interactive, Inc., as well as individual certification by the Alzheimer's Association to recognize those who complete the program and demonstrate knowledge of quality dementia care practices. Both family members and professional care providers can benefit.

There are two certification options:

• essentiALZ: This certification can be earned after taking the approved prerequisite training, CARES^® Dementia Basics^TM (4 hours of training) jointly developed by the Alzheimer's Association and HealthCare Interactive. Topics covered include the basics of Alzheimer's and dementia care, behavior, communication and person-centered care.
• essentialALZ advanced: This certification can be earned after taking the approved prerequisite training, CARES^® Dementia Basics and Advanced Training^TM (10 hours). The essentiALZ advanced certification exam covers  basics of Alzheimer's and dementia care, behavior, communication, person-centered care, eating well, recognizing pain, minimizing falls, wandering and minimizing the use of restraints.

 

CARES^® Dementia Care for Families^™
This three-hour online training, offered by HealthCare interactive and jointly developed with the Alzheimer's Association, was developed for family members caring for a loved one with memory loss or dementia. This program offers many practical and invaluable strategies to common caregiving situations. $19.95

 

Free e-learning workshops

Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters
Learn the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's disease, hear from people who have the disease, and find out how to recognize the signs in yourself and others.

Take the course in English.
Take the course in Spanish.

The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's
Learn about detection, causes, risk factors, stages and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

Take the course in English.
Take the course in Spanish.

Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Disease
The diagnosis of Alzheimer's makes planning for the future more important than ever. Through this interactive two-part program, you will learn about important legal and financial issues, how to put plans in place, and how to access resources near you.

Take the course in English.

Living with Alzheimer's for People with Alzheimer's
The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is life-changing and leads to many questions. In this three-part program, you will hear from others who have been where you are, and will learn what you need to know to navigate this chapter of your life.

Take the course in English.

Living with Alzheimer's: For Caregivers: Early Stage
In the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, families face new questions as they adjust. This three-part program provides practical answers to the questions that arise in the early stage.

Take the course in English.

Living with Alzheimer's: For Caregivers: Middle Stage
In the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease, care partners now become hands-on caregivers. During this three-part series, you will hear caregivers and professionals discuss helpful strategies to provide safe, effective and comfortable care.

Take the course in English.

Living with Alzheimer's: For Caregivers: Late Stage
In the late stage of Alzheimer’s disease, caregiving typically involves new ways of connecting and interacting with the person with the disease. In this two-part series, you’ll hear from caregivers and professionals about resources, monitoring care and ways to engage in meaningful connections.

Take the course in English.

Living with Alzheimer's for Younger-Onset Alzheimer's
This program offers answers to questions about younger-onset (also known as early-onset) Alzheimer’s disease. Hear from those directly affected and learn how to ease the impact throughout the course of the disease.

Take the course in English.

Local training and workshops

Your local Alzheimer's Association may provide caregiver training classes and workshops. Contact your local office to learn about available programs.

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Books on caregiving

Caregiver Notebook
Developed with input from caregivers like you, the Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Notebook covers the basics of Alzheimer's and contains tips for care and planning for the future. Each chapter has a place to write notes.

$17.95

Coach Broyles' Playbook for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Frank Broyles, former University of Arkansas athletic director, authored this book based on his experience caring for his wife. It is a spiral-bound guide for caregivers written in the format of a football playbook. Packed with practical information, it is a smart and easy read.

$12.00

DVDs and CDs on caregiving

Understanding Alzheimer's and Safety DVD
This DVD includes two educational programs: "Understanding Alzheimer's: An Introductory Guide" and "Alzheimer's and Safety: A Guide to Planning and Preparation." Developed under the guidance of Alzheimer's Association experts, this DVD features tips from caregivers and people with dementia.

$24.95

The Savvy Caregiver 4-DVD Set for Families
This award-winning DVD series for families is designed to be watched once a week for four weeks. The Savvy curriculum has been shown in university research to reduce caregiver distress. It has also been praised by families nationally. Click the link for a free “Test Drive” of the program.

$69.95*
*15 percent of all proceeds from sales will benefit the Alzheimer's Association.

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