Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Training (Level II)

Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Level II Training
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$50.00 Per Person
Level II:   1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

These courses are approved by Florida Department of Elder Affairs and meets the education requirements for administrators and staff working with dementia patients in the home, at assisted living facilities, in long term care facilities and in skilled nursing facilities.

What you will learn in Level II:

• Behaviors typical of AD and related neurocognitive disorders
• Recognizing and understanding the “triggers” for these behaviors
• Effective communication techniques with patients with AD or related disorders
• Effective, creative behavioral interventions
• Addressing wandering, pacing and “exit-seeking”
• Maintaining safety in various environments
• Effective means of assisting the patient with activities of daily living (ADL’s)
• Nutrition/hydration
• Characteristics of therapeutic activities
• Management of caregiver stress/burden
• Medications – which should be avoided?  which are needed/safe/helpful?

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q:  How do I register for a training?
A:  You may register online here or by calling us at (561) 683-2700.  We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express and checks.  All registrations must be pre-paid; we cannot accept payment at the time of training.

Q:  How much does the training cost?
A:  The cost for an individual to attend is $50.00 per session. 

Q:  Where is the training held?
A:  The training is held at Alzhiemer's Community Care, 800 Northpoint Parkway, West Palm Beach, Florida, 33407.  We will meet in the second floor conference room, accessible by elevator.

Q:  Is lunch provided?
A:  Lunch is not provided.  There are several restaurants nearby. 

Q:  What is the attire?
A:  Please dress comfortably.  The room will be cool; you may want to bring a sweater.

Q:  What documentation do I need to show when I arrive?
A:  You will need to bring a photo I.D., a receipt of your payment and an original copy of your occupational license.

Q:  When should I arrive?
A:  Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the training.

For more information, please call the Education Department at 561.683.2700 or email us.

Please feel free to bring a packed lunch.