Florida: Specialized Alzheimers Adult Daycare, Level Two (345)

Course overview

Florida DOEA Approval: Approved by the FL Department of Elder Affairs, Curriculum Approval #SAADC 10350 through April 2, 2027. Certified Trainer: The author is certified as an ADRD trainer by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and is available via e-mail at Lauren@ATrainCeu.com or by phone Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Pacific Time) at 707 459 3475. This course is for those of you who provide direct care to clients in a specialized adult day care center. It will increase your awareness and understanding of Alzheimers disease and related disorders. The course discusses Alzheimers disease and other common types of dementia from the perspective of both workers and clients and includes information on how Alzheimers and other types of dementia affect the brain. It describes tests that can be used for cognitive screening and the limitations of those tests. You will learn about the areas of the brain associated with speech and language comprehension and how cognitive decline affects communication. Understanding how brain deterioration affects behavior is a critical skill for anyone working with a person experiencing the effects of dementia. The concept of person-centered care, creating a dementia-friendly physical environment, and common medications and their side effects are discussed. Assessing pain and identifying malnutrition and dehydration are described, along with strategies for addressing these important issues. The course includes a discussion of the importance of meaningful activities and provides information on validation therapy, new technologies, and safety issues. We conclude with information about family issues and caregiver stress.