RCFE Vendor: 2000545-740-2/ARF Vendor: 2000545-735-2

We understand that providers have an extremely difficult job, and it’s our job to make life easier by providing effective turnkey educational solutions. We believe the market is ready for a company dedicated to complete customer satisfaction. This course is perfect for large and small communities.

Day 3: AM Session: Bipolar (1 hr) Schizophrenia (1 hr) Elder and Adult Abuse (2 hrs) Recognizing Signs and Symptoms of Dementia (1 hrs)
Day 3: PM Session: Hospice (1 hr) Resident/Client Engagement (2 hrs)
Service Plan and Appraisal Process (2 hrs) 

Morning session will focus on 1 hour of understanding bipolar as well as different diagnoses and treatment. Next up Schizophrenia, which may result in some combination of
hallucinations, delusions, and extremely disordered thinking and behavior that impairs daily functioning and can be disabling. Sound familiar? We then focus on elder and adult abuse. Ending with exploring the many causes of dementia, describe the characteristics of onset, and finish with practical ways caregivers can assist those who are beginning their journey with dementia. Afternoon session will focus on caring for terminally ill residents/clients and the benefits of hospice. We will then move to engagement and our responsibilities as care providers to encourage residents/clients maintain and develop their fullest potential for independent living through participation in planned activities. We end with service plans and the appraisal process, which will focus on our responsibility to identify resident/client needs. Discuss the importance of developing a strong service plan with the appropriate decision makers in the process.

Day 4: AM Session: Staying Informed (1 hrs) Human Resources (2 hrs) Caregiver Burnout (2 hr)
Day 4: Restricted and Prohibited Conditions (3 hrs) Managing Challenging Behaviors (2 hrs)

Morning session will focus on 1 hour of how to accurately stay informed on the ever-changing environment. We then move to understanding human resources with an emphasis on staff performance management and worker’s compensation guidelines and best practices.  We end the morning session discussing caregiver burnout, which now more than ever we should be aware of. Afternoon session will focus on a topic providers should always have on their minds, an accurate understanding of restricted and prohibited conditions.  A residential care setting can provide or arrange for a broad array of care and services. However, we do have limits on the types of health conditions that are allowed and who will provide the care.  We end with managing behavioral challenges which is typically a daily occurrence in residential care. Learn about the emotional characteristics, physical and emotional impairments and develop techniques useful in dealing with difficult situations.

Price: $179 for both days.
CEUs: DSS Approved – 20 live-stream hours approved for ARF & RCFE. Approved for 4 hrs on laws and regulations, 5 hours on dementia, 11 hrs on other topics.
Location: Zoom Webinar – Join via computer, tablet, or phone
Time: 8:00 am – 6:30 pm
Handouts: Handouts will be emailed prior to class

Refunds: Senior Community Learning has a no refund policy, this is due to seat limitation. However we do allow you to transfer funds to other dates or products.