Dementia Care Learning Modules
May 31, 2023 • Uncategorized
NEW! Learning modules for certified nurse assistants
Promotion of Oral Hygiene
Have you ever struggled to help a resident brush their teeth? This module outlines seven strategies to assist people living with dementia maintain their oral health.
Engage at Every Stage: Promotion and Support of Activity and Safe Mobility
This module will help increase your knowledge of the common characteristics of the stages of cognitive decline. We can learn when to use which strategies to help support and care for our residents based on their level of cognitive impairment.
Creating Meaningful Activities for Residents
Older adults who have dementia benefit from feeling engaged and productive. Facilities offer activities and entertainment to encourage social interaction, reduce anxiety, stimulate the brain, and inspire feelings of accomplishment among their residents.
Nonpharmacological Approaches to Behavioral Management
Have you ever experienced a resident whose behavior became aggressive? This module will help you develop new strategies to manage dementia-related behaviors before seeking a medication solution.
Dementia and Behavioral Health Medications
Have you ever experienced a resident whose behavior became aggressive? This module will help you increase your knowledge of psychotropic medications’ benefits and risks in managing dementia-related behaviors.
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