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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.
Training programs
In-service Training Programs
In-service training programs are available for professional caregivers, including social workers, nurses, staff of in-home health agencies, long-term care facilities, adult day care centers, emergency medical personnel, and clergy.
Dementia Training Opportunities for Professionals
The Alzheimer’s Association will custom design an in-service that meets the needs of:
Nursing Homes
In-Home Health Providers
Adult Day Care Providers
Assisted Living Facilities
Senior Centers
Clergy/Parish Nurses
MR/DD Facilities
Law Enforcement Providers
Social Service Providers
On-Site Dementia Care Training
The professional education coordinator will work with you to schedule effective class topics at convenient times and dates. The instruction can be provided at your facility and designed to meet your staff needs. Available class topics include:
Overview of Dementia
Family Issues and Concerns
Understanding Difficult Behaviors
Seven Steps to Better Communication
Physical Environment
Quality Activity Programming
Dietary Interventions
Preparing for the Holidays
Spirituality and Humor
Expressions of Sexuality
To schedule classes or request training materials, please contact:
Lynn Ritter, PhD
Professional Education Coordinator
Alzheimer’s Association
Northwest Ohio Chapter
2500 North Reynolds Rd.
Toledo, OH 43615-2820
419-537-1999
1-800-272-3900
Linda Pollitz, LSW
Program Manager
Alzheimer’s Association
Northwest Ohio Chapter
892-A South Cable Rd.
Lima, OH 45805
419-227-9700
1-800-272-3900
Marty Williman
Education Coordinator
Alzheimer’s Association
Northwest Ohio Chapter
1800 N. Blanchard St.
Findlay, OH 45840
419-425-5409
1-800-272-3900
Training for Professional Caregivers - Lima Area
Alzheimer's Respite Care Training Program: The four-hour “Initial” course provides comprehensive information needed to care for the individual with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Topics covered will include an overview of dementia, effective communication techniques, providing quality activities and meeting personal care, dietary and safety needs. Environmental influences and behavioral changes, along with caregiver issues and community resources will be covered.The two-hour “Advanced” course is designed as a refresher for those who have already completed “the initial” four-hour course. Topics covered will include new diagnostic and treatment modalities, updates on research and community resources, as well as a review of communication and general care techniques. A certificate of completion will be given at the end of each course.
Click here for a schedule of upcoming trainings in the Lima area.
Speakers' Bureau
Speakers on dementia-related topics are available for community-based and professional group meetings. For more information, call 1-800-272-3900.
Web-based training programs
CARES: A Dementia Caregiving Approach
This affordable, Web-based program has six one-hour training modules that are geared primarily to direct care workers, particularly nursing assistants. Each module uses text and streaming video to illustrate how to best care for people with dementia living in residential care settings. Topics include:
- Clara Jones and her Care Team
- Introduction to Dementia
- Understanding Behavior as Communication
- Making a Connection with the Resident
- Eating Well
- Recognizing Pain
For a description of the modules, pricing plans and a free demo, go to www.caresprogram.com
Dementia Care Training for Team Leaders
This program provides guidance for those who supervise others involved in the care of people with dementia: nurses, unit coordinators, administrators, activity directors or others in leadership positions. After this training you will be able to:
- Identify and implement methods to facilitate teamwork.
- Select and use improved communication and supervisory practices.
- Identify techniques and deliver meaningful feedback to members of your team.
- Recognize and create an environment that motivates staff.
This course costs $25 per person and volume discounts are available. For a free demo and to register, go to: The Dementia Care Training for Team Leaders site.
Seminars and conferences
Click here to learn more about the 2008 Professional Education Conferences.
The Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter holds professional education conferences every year in the spring. Sponsorship opportunities are available for these conferences. Please check back later for more information or call the Northwest Ohio Chapter at 1-800-272-3900.
