Caring for people with dementia in long-term care facilities can be challenging. At WeCareOnlineClasses, we want to help caregivers understand and care for those with dementia in a kind and confident way.
- What is Dementia?Dementia is not just one disease, but a group of symptoms that make it hard for people to think clearly and do everyday tasks. Alzheimer’s is a common type of dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association has lots of information about the different types of dementia, what causes them, and how they progress.
- Person-Centered Care: When caring for someone with dementia, it’s important to focus on their unique needs, abilities, and preferences. The National Institute on Aging explains how to provide care that respects the individual.
- Communicating Effectively: Good communication is key when caring for those with dementia. The Alzheimer’s Society shares tips on how to communicate in a way that someone with cognitive problems can understand.
- Managing Behaviors: People with dementia may act in challenging ways at times. The Family Caregiver Alliance can help caregivers deal with difficult behaviors.
- Taking Care of Yourself: Caring for someone with dementia can be really hard, both emotionally and physically. The Caregiver Action Network provides support for caregivers to take care of themselves, manage stress, and get help when needed.
At WeCareOnlineClasses, our courses will teach you what you need to know to provide compassionate care for those with dementia in long-term care facilities. We’ll use these great resources and more to help you improve the lives of people living with dementia.
How about a CNA class?
Or a short class on Gerontology?
