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About professional training
The Alzheimer's Association is committed to helping professionals improve their knowledge and skills, build stronger teams and deliver better care to people with dementia and their families. Our training and education programs are geared to professionals working in both community-based and residential care settings.
Our programs and meetings have been attended by activity professionals, administrators, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers and staff trainers. Many of our programs offer CEUs. Costs for attending programs are minimal and range from free to $65.00 per person
For more information on the direct services that the Heart of America Chapter offers individuals with dementia and their care partners, follow the links below:
For You The Person with Alzheimer's
For Families and Care Partners
Training programs
Alzheimer's Disease and Intellectual Disabilities
An overview of how Alzheimer's disease manifests in a person with intellectual disabilities such as Down's Syndrome. This class focuses on care decisions and maintaining positive connections throughout the disease process.
March 12 (2012)
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Call for location
Building Effective Skills Training (B.E.S.T.)
A 6-hour workshop designed for nursing assistants in long term care and community settings. This 1-day workshop provides information and training in the areas of communication, nutrition, activities, dental care, and behavior management. Cost $25
August 25 (2011)
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Research Medical Center
2316 E. Meyer Boulevard, Classroom G
Caregiver Conference: Caring and Coping
November 17 (2011)
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Orgon Public Library
103 S. Washington Street
Oregon, MO
Drama Therapy Workshop
Cost $30
April 20 (2012)
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Salina Presbyterian Manor, lower level
2601 E. Crawford Street
Salina, KS
Let's Talk About Dementia
An overview of the disease process including stages, current treatments, behaviors and communication. This class is offered to professionals and family members of individuals with a dementia.
September 1 (2011)
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Gentry County Library
304 N. Park
Stanberry, MO
February 23 (2012)
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Mercer County Library
601 W. Grant
Princeton, MO
Maintain Your Brain
Learn ways to keep your brain healthy as you age.
September 20 (2011)
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Columbus Public Library
205 N. Kansas
Columbus, KS
October 18 (2011)
7:00 - 8:00 a.m.
Mercy Health Center
401 Woodland Hills Blvd.
Ft. Scott, KS
November 10 (2011)
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Galena Public Library
217 W. 7th
Galena, KS
National Alzheimer's Month Conference: Defining Hope
A conference held annually in November that features guest speakers with expertise in innovative approaches to Alzheimer's care.
The 11th annual conference will be November 1, 2011. John Zeisel, Ph.D. will speak on Innovative Non-Pharmacological Interventions for Dementia.
9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Holiday Inn Holidome, Salon C
605 SW Fairlawn Rd., Topeka, KS
Train the Trainer
This program is geared for the educators and trainers in long term care and other health related agencies and addresses variables and tips in setting up dementia care training programs for staff. Participants are expected to already possess a basic understanding of the process of dementing illnesses and the care of individuals with dementia.
October 12 (2011)
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Main Chapter Office
March 13 (2012)
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Congregational Church
1701 SW Collins Avenue
Topeka, KS
Individualized In-House Training
The Alzheimer's Association also offers individualized in-house trainings for facilities and community agencies. Choose from more than 30 topics including disease overview, neuropsychiatric symptoms of dementia, behavior issues, communications, promoting independence, and end of life issues. Contact Michelle Niedens at 913.831.3888 or michelle.niedens@alz.org to schedule a training.
Cost: $100.00 for up to 4 hours; $200 for 4 to 8 hours.
Heart of America Chapter Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Dementia Guide Now Available for Purchase
Neuropsychiatric Symptoms of Dementia: A Visual Guide to Response Considerations by Michelle Niedens, LSCSW. This user-friendly guide was developed by the Alzheimer's Association Heart of America Chapter Director of Education and Public Policy and has been reviewed by dementia experts from around the country. In a decision tree format, it provides evidence-based intervention suggestions for a wide range of neuropsychiatric challenges, such as wandering, depression, and resistance to daily care.
The cost of the guide is $20. Purchase the Guide online.
