146 New Britain Ave Plainville, Connecticut 06062

Mon - Sun: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Touch of Life LLC
American Heart Foundation Authorized Training Center

146 New Britain Ave Plainville, Connecticut 06062

Mon - Sun: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Touch of Life LLC
American Heart Foundation Authorized Training Center

Dementia Training

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Dementia Training

Available for staff education in presentation form or Certificate for training seminar.

  • Educate staff about dementia, the types of dementia (most common), and how to work with patients/clients with dementia. Approximately 60 min in length with PowerPoint presentation, case scenarios, and question/answer session.
  • The seminar includes comprehensive hand out notebook, test, and communication video. Presentation style is Overhead or Power Point. The seminar is generally taught over an 8 hour day but in those states that require 20 or more hours, the seminar is adapted to fit the state in which you live in to meet state requirements.
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The training includes the following modules:

  • Introduction to Dementia: (Diagnosis, Prognosis, Treatment)
  • Communication and Feelings
  • Depression and Repetitive Behaviors
  • Paranoia, Hallucinations, Wandering and Hoarding
  • Aggressive Behaviors, Catastrophic Reactions, Intimacy and Sexuality
  • Personal Care: Bathing, Dressing, Toileting and Nutrition
  • Activities
  • Environment
  • Staff and Family Support
  • Diversity and Cultural Competence
  • Spiritual Care and End of Life Issues
  • Pain
  • Neglect and Abuse


**With completion of this seminar, students will be able to apply to become a certified dementia practitioner (DCP)

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