NTG Dementia Capable Care for Adults with ID and Dementia
Admission
- $250.00 - 2 -Day
- $300.00 - 3-Day
Location
12526 Campo Road
Spring Valley, CA 91978
United States of America
Description
Workshop topics will include introduction to aging and ID, understanding dementia in adults with ID, early detection and screening for dementia, health care advocacy, understanding challenging behavior, non-pharmacologic interventions for behavior, communication tips and strategies, adapting the physical environment, bridging the aging and Intellectual Disability networks.
Presented by Noah Homes and Alzheimer's San Diego with support from San Diego Regional Center and St. Madeleine Sophie's Center.
Parking: Free parking on-site
Lunch/snacks: Provided on-site and included in registration fee
Presenters: Kathryn Pears and Lucy Esralew
2 Day Workshop: $250
Wed. April 20 - Thurs. April 21
This highly interactive and evidence-informed workshop covers the basic concepts of care of an adult with ID and dementia. A wide range of topics are covered that directly relate to the unique challenges facing adults with intellectual disabilities who are at risk of or who have been diagnosed with dementia. Attendees will be able to incorporate and apply this knowledge to their professional roles immediately.
3 Day "Train the Trainer" Workshop: $300
Wed. April 20 - Fri. April 22
In addition to the 2 Day Workshop, a third day is added and devoted to understanding and delivering the full NTG Dementia Capable Care Curriculum. Affiliated trainers will have access to greatly expanded topic modules, a trainer manual, NTG continuing education webinars and are mentored by NTG Master Trainers. NTG Affiliated Trainers are authorized to use NTG branded and copyrighted training materials to train within their own organization or conduct training for outside agencies and organizations.