July 2020
Overcoming Communication Barriers in Dementia
Event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled once Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted. Communication is the string that ties us all together. If that string isn’t strong enough or is broken, our relationships tend to unravel. This curriculum is designed to look at common communication problems and methods to make it an easier and more efficient process. We’ll look at examples of communication to use, and … those not to use. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »Dementia & Psychosis Behavior: What You Need to Know
Event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled once Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted. In this class, case review and activities, are used to identify frequent challenging behaviors associated with dementia and psychosis. Participants review factors that may trigger behaviors and discuss prevention and intervention strategies. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »August 2020
Substance Use, Misuse ant the Opioid Crisis
Adults of any age can encounter problems with substances. This class details common substance use issues and tips for those caring for those individuals. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »Commonly Misused Medications: Understanding Medication Side Effects on the aging Brain
Did you know that misuse of medications is a growing problem in older adults? This training identifies commonly misused medications, discusses the physiological differences related to aging, and treatments and interventions. Attending this course can shed light on the various contributors to this growing problem. We also discuss the possibilities of how we can help as individuals and as a society. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »September 2020
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder: Invisible Scars
This presentation explores relevant information pertinent to traumatic events and experiences. Through classroom conversation and exercises, participants learn ways to support individuals who may have experienced a traumatic event; which may lead to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Resiliency methods will be employed as methods to treat and heal the invisible scars. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »Suicide Indicators, Response and Prevention
This course focuses on the indicators and risk factors of suicide in older adults as related to current statistical data. In addition, this course explains methods of suicide response and keys to prevention. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »October 2020
Schizophrenia and Psychosis: Can this be Real?
A curriculum designed to view schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders from the perspective of the individual experiencing the disorder. The use of discussion and scenarios allows participants to learn interventions and strategies that provide supportive care to promote healthy outcomes. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »The Many Faces of Antipsychotic Medications
As we age, the use of antipsychotic medications may become a challenge in itself. As you attend this class you will learn the importance of decreasing the use of antipsychotics (especially in dementia) and focus on other possible techniques to manage psychosis. As always, we include the action, use and side effects of this classification of medication. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »November 2020
A Rainbow of Mental Health: An Introduction
An introductory course designed to support an understanding of the most commonly diagnosed mental health related conditions in the aged population. This curriculum takes a person-centered approach to understanding classifications and care delivery. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »Person (RE)ality: Why Mine is Different?
The reality of personality disorders is that they involve long-term patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible and, though similar, no two ever look exactly the same. This course defines personality disorder, explores different types and examines challenges associated with providing care for individuals who are diagnosed with one. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »December 2020
Neurocognitive Disorders: Living with Dementia
Commonly referred to as dementia, neurocognitive disorders can affect the way people perceive and engage with the world around them. This course looks at various classifications of neurocognitive disorders (NCDs), Delirium and common changes associated with each type. Tips for care giving are provided. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
Find out more »It’s a Brain Thing: The Study of Dementia Medications
Dementia can be a frightening journey for the caregiver as well as the care recipient. Research continues to reveal more about this disease and the treatments that may help. This class will update the attendee on how medications can help, as well as it’s frustrating limitations. RSVP: terry.spencer@vayahealth.com
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