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2005 2005 Professional Professional Courses Courses The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Indiana is proud to unveil our professional course offerings. Please call (317) 575-9620, ext. 24 or visit our website, www.alzindiana.org, for more detailed information. Registration is required. ALZ ALZ 150 150 - - Fundamentals Fundamentals of of of Dementia Dementia Care Care The Fundamentals of Dementia Care program has been designed to help all staff, but especially personal care staff, understand the basics of dementia care. Topics include an overview of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, implementing person centered care, communication strategies, understanding challenging behaviors, improving activities of daily living, and helping families. ALZ ALZ 200 200 - - Directing Directing an an Alzheimer’ Alzheimer’ Alzheimer’s/Dementia Alzheimer’ Alzheimer’ s/Dementia Care Care Unit Unit This training is designed specifically for the unit manager, staff educator, and administrator. A review of Alzheimer’s disease and care practices, administrative practices, educating staff, regulations, and ways to reduce deficiencies will be covered. ALZ ALZ 220 220 - - Problem Problem Solving Solving Solving and and and Managing Managing Behavior Behavior Issues Issues The challenges of behaviors of agitation, both aggressive and non-aggressive, are explained. Potential solutions and techniques are presented, with specific emphasis on topics such as combativeness, incontinence, sexuality, and wandering. Culturally sensitive approaches and working with the family are also examined. ALZ ALZ 221 221 - - Effective Effective Communication Communication Communication Utilizing interactive training, this course provides the learner with information on verbal, non-verbal, and written communication techniques for persons with dementia, residents’ families, and coworkers. Special consideration of cultural influences, hearing and visual impairments, and documentation will be addressed. ALZ ALZ 250 250 - - Managing Managing Activities Activities This course addresses the use of activities throughout the day that are individualized for those with dementia. Tips, techniques, and examples will be used to provide a meaningful exploration of the possibilities that activities provide in allowing residents to lead the fullest life possible. Individual and group activities as well as environmental design that facilitates activities will be emphasized ALZ ALZ 251 251 251 - - Strategies Strategies for for Creating Creating Better Better Better Care Care Environments Environments The potential of the physical environment, both internal and external, to play an active role in shaping and supporting independence, stimulation, and quality of life for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias will be developed in this course. Special emphasis on principles behind design and the importance of utilizing the environment as a therapeutic tool. ALZ ALZ ALZ 252 252 - - Physical Physical Health Health and and and Safety Safety Safety This course explores classifications of medications and how to understand and identify adverse reactions. Nutrition and hydration is addresses as well as goal setting and identifying strategies for caregiving when changes in eating behaviors occur. Effective care planning to include preventative measures for falls and wounds will be addressed. ALZ ALZ 300 300 - - 12th 12th Annual Annual Indiana Indiana Conference Conference Conference on on Alzheimer’ Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’ s Disease Disease November 10, 2005, Holiday Inn at the Airport, Indianapolis Join us for the 12th Annual Indiana Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease. This exciting conference is a great event for learning the latest on dementia care, learning about professional resources, and networking with others in the field. Networking Networking Programs Programs Networking Programs throughout Indiana provide healthcare professionals working in Alzheimer’s care the opportunity to meet informally and interact with other professionals working in the field. These programs are free of charge, but registration is required. Food sponsorships are available. Call the Helpline at 1-800-272-3900 or visit www.alzindiana.org for topic, date, and location of the Networking Breakfast or Luncheon in your area. 6
Family Family Programs Programs 25 YEARS OF LEADERSHIP IN PROGRESS AND HOPE The Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Indiana is proud to unveil our family program offerings. Please call (317) 575-9620 or visit our website, www.alzindiana.org, for more detailed information on program dates and locations. Registration is not required, however programs will be cancelled if less than 5 people are registered. Alzheimer’ Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’ s Disease: Disease: Beginning Beginning to to to Cope Cope (ABC) (ABC) (ABC) Alzheimer’s Disease: Beginning to Cope has been designed for people who want to know more about Alzheimer’ disease and care planning with their loved one. This program offers a comprehensive overview of Alzheimer’s disease and its progression, utilization of community resources, and legal and financial considerations. Experts in the field of elder law and dementia present this program and will answer your questions. Caring Caring for for the the Caregiver: Caregiver: Surviving Surviving the the the Challenges Challenges of of Caregiving Caregiving Caring for the Caregiver is the premier program for people who are caring for someone with memory loss. This workshop explores coping strategies for the caregiver, grief, stress management, family dynamics, and using resources to help manage the journey. How How How TT To TT o o for for for Caregivers Caregivers Caregivers How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands your information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors. Facing Facing New New Challenges: Challenges: Living Living with with with Memory Memory Memory Loss Loss Living with Memory Loss is the premier program for people who have memory loss. This program will help you learn about your strengths and how you can adapt to your new life. Topics include caring for yourself, facing new challenges, helping your family, and finding support. Making Making Making Life Life Decisions Decisions Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program will help you learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances. Community Community Programs Programs Community education programs are free to community groups. Donations are welcomed. Presentations are scheduled four to six weeks out. While we try to accommodate every request, volunteer availability may limit our services. To schedule, please call (317) 575-9620. Speaker’ Speaker’ Speaker’s Speaker’ Speaker’ s Bureau Bureau A Speaker’s Bureau is available for community groups who would like more information on Alzheimer’s disease, helping friends and families cope, and Alzheimer’s Association services. Fifteen to forty-five minute presentations can be customized for your group on a variety of topics. In addition, three one hour programs are also available: Understanding Memory Loss is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and/or is interested in learning about it. The basics about memory loss, getting a diagnosis, and how to assist someone with memory loss will be covered. Maintain Your Brain is about living a brain healthy lifestyle. Mounting evidence suggests that we can manage certain risk factors and maintain optimal brain functions. Just as we can take steps to maintain a healthy heart, we can manage certain risk factors to maintain a healthy brain. This workshop will cover specific things you can do to maintain yourbrain. Partnering With Your Doctor is designed for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers who want to improve how they interact with their doctor. The workshop provides caregivers and people with dementia the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully partner with their physicians and other health care professionals in order to provide the highest-quality dementia care possible. Quarterly Quarterly teleconferences teleconferences teleconferences are also available. By calling a toll-free number, participants are able to hear an expert discuss issues related to Alzheimer’s disease in the comfort of home. Please call our toll-free Helpline for more information. 7
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