Introduction to Expressive Arts in Memory Care

In-Person Live Interactive Seminar

2-day advanced level dementia educational event Exceptional leadership in memory care is essential to build, and maintain a flourishing memory support program. This advanced level certification is specifically designed for directors, managers, and professionals who have focused interest in memory care and support. This advanced 2-day session is designed to provide additional sessions focusing on operations, regulatory issues, assessment evaluation … Read More

Basic Level Dementia Educational Event: Programming & Activity Calendars for Memory Support When was the last time you reviewed your program and activity calendars? Program calendars can make or break even the best memory support communities. Be better than the rest! This session will give Activity Professionals a review of program categories, scheduling ideas, and best practices so that you … Read More

Advanced Level Dementia Educational Event Pain is one of the most common symptoms that people with dementia experience. Sadly, it is often poorly recognized and undertreated. This session will identify reasons why individuals living with dementia have difficulty expressing pain, and how professionals can identify pain in their clients before significant physical and emotional stressors occur. After attending this course, … Read More

Intermediate Level Dementia Educational Event Many individuals living with dementia disease show signs of apathy but are misdiagnosed for depression or just told they are unmotivated or lazy. What defines apathy? This session will explore this condition, how it fits into a dementia diagnosis and offer best practices for improving the quality of life for those exhibiting apathetic behavioral expressions. … Read More

Basic Level Educational Event To distinguish your memory care program, start with exceptional training. New levels of expertise will be the difference between your organization having the edge or one who will be catching up. This first of two-level certification class is designed to enhance the level of knowledge and expertise from the basic to the specialist level. This entry-level, … Read More

Advanced Level Dementia Educational Event Transition NOT Discharge: When Needs Outweigh Your Program What happens whe your clients needs outweigh your enhancd memory support program? Progression of the disease will take place, and when your clients needs outweigh your specialized programming- moving them to a traditional program may be in order. This change can be traumatic for the client, their … Read More

Advanced Level Dementia Educational Event The Long Distance Care Partner: Providing Help from Afar They live hours away… but still want to be near. They want to be included in the live of their loved one but miles keep them apart. Long distance care partners struggle to figure out how to be helpful and give support without being on the … Read More

Advanced Level Dementia Educational Event If I Hear it, See it, and Do it! Making Your Dementia Training Stick Staff sit through your dementia education but are they leaving the training room with the competency they need? Adult learners are special, and our staff need and deserve unique educational experiences in order to be inspired with new knowledge. This session … Read More

Intermediate Level Dementia Educational Event Individuals living with dementia are at a higher risk for falls. Why? This session will explore why individuals living with different dementia diseases have different fall risks, simple ways your staff can identify and prevent fall from occuring, and activity programs you can include in your daily routine that will promote strength, flexibility, and movement. … Read More