Dementia Care Specialists at Crisis Prevention Institute, Inc.

🌟 #JoinTheJourney to Quality Dementia Care 🌟 Investing in yourself through quality dementia education is more than just training—it's a commitment to transforming lives. Whether you're a healthcare professional, caregiver, or advocate, the right education equips you with the tools to provide compassionate, person-centered care at every stage of dementia. By deepening your knowledge, you’ll make a meaningful impact on those living with dementia, fostering dignity, independence, and improved quality of life. Start your journey today and be a part of the change! 💙 🔗Dementia Training for Individuals: https://lnkd.in/eG8BpwYi 🔗Dementia Training for Organizations: https://bit.ly/46NI6Ym #DementiaEducation #InvestInYourself #PersonCenteredCare #DementiaCapableCare

💙We love hearing how our Dementia Capable Care training impacts lives! One of our recent participants shared their incredible experience with our program. Learn how our training can make a difference in your career and care. https://bit.ly/3ODodue #DementiaCare #CaregiverSupport #TrainingThatTransforms #DementiaCapableCare

📅 Happy Healthcare Quality Week! This week, we honor the incredible work of healthcare quality professionals dedicated to improving patient outcomes and driving innovation. Since 1985, Healthcare Quality Week, established by the National Association of Healthcare Quality (NAHQ), has celebrated progress and recognized the commitment to excellence in care. Join Dementia Care Specialists in continuing to push boundaries, embrace new challenges, and seize opportunities to transform healthcare for the better. Learn how you can improve your quality of care with our Dementia Capable Care Training https://bit.ly/3ODodue #JoinTheJourney, Together, we make a difference! #HealthcareQualityWeek #PatientCare #HealthcareExcellence #NAHQ #DementiaCare #DementiaCareSpecialist #CrisisPreventionCenter

🌟 This week's #MeetTheTeam spotlight is on our Founder and President, Kim Warchol! 🌟 We asked Kim, "How does dementia care education benefit organizations in handling evolving care challenges?" Here’s what she had to say: Dementia Capable Care (DCC) training empowers staff with knowledge and skills that make a positive impact on lives and outcomes. Let’s look at two challenges an investment in DCC helps address. 1️⃣ About 90% of those living with dementia experience distress behaviors such as anxiety, agitation, and aggression at some point during their dementia journey. There is much we can do to reduce frequency and severity, without drugs. When trained in DCC, staff learn to: · See distress behavior as a communication that something is wrong. · Understand behavior influences behavior. · Avoid triggering personal or universal stressors like a history of trauma, or pain, which often create distress behavior reactions. · Observe and categorize behaviors to respond with the right approach to deescalate, preventing a crisis. · Respond to keep all safe if a crisis happens. 2️⃣ Falls are common and often lead to injury, hospitalization, or death. Staff learn information about dementia stages to help reduce falls. They will: · Understand when it’s vital to anticipate and proactively meet a person’s needs. · Understand when memory becomes so impaired, recalling directions (e.g. wait here) or use of call lights, is impossible. · Set-up a safe environment. · Know how to keep clients meaningfully engaged, reducing pacing due to boredom. 🚀 Ready to take your dementia care skills to the next level? Discover our transformative training: https://bit.ly/47qWV25 #DementiaCare #DementiaEducation #DementiaTraining #DementiaCapableCare #CrisisPreventionInstitute

🌐 Explore Our Dementia Educational Resources! 🌐 Are you seeking valuable tools and knowledge to enhance dementia care? Visit our website today to discover a wide range of educational products and resources designed to empower caregivers, healthcare professionals, and advocates alike. From training materials to evidence-based guides, our resources aim to support your journey in providing compassionate, person-centered care. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enrich your understanding and improve the lives of those living with dementia. ✨ Visit us now to explore our products and resources: https://bit.ly/49Q8GRk #DementiaEducation #CaregiverSupport #DementiaResources

Are you passionate about creating a dementia capable society? Do you want to work in a position that teaches, empowers, and inspires a dementia capable workforce? Do you have a clinical background along with years of experience working in a position providing and leading quality dementia care? If so, we'd like to get to know you. We are looking for someone to join our team who possesses these qualities and experience. Take a look to learn if this could be the right position for your passion and expertise. https://lnkd.in/eAJ243mq

🌟 Attention Healthcare Professionals! 🌟 Are you ready to enhance your skills and become a leader in dementia care? #JoinTheJourney to improve the quality of life for individuals living with dementia by registering to become a Dementia Capable Care Certified Instructor! This comprehensive program equips you with the knowledge and tools to educate your team on best practices in dementia care, fostering a more compassionate and informed approach. By becoming a certified instructor, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of dementia care in your organization. Take the next step in your professional journey—register today! 🔗Link to register: https://bit.ly/46NI6Ym #DementiaCare #CertifiedInstructor #HealthcareProfessionals #LeadTheWay

⭐ This week's #MeetTheTeam spotlight shines on Sharon Jackson, one of our Global Professional Instructors. 🌟 We asked Sharon, "How can de-escalation techniques in dementia care training help in managing challenging behaviors?" Here’s what she had to say: "Not all dementia trainings address de-escalation. And yet, given the prevalence of behaviors and impact, being able to quickly calm a stress reaction to keep all safe should be a high-priority skill. Our Dementia Capable Care Training Programs utilize CPI’s Crisis Development Model teaching participants to identify the behavior level and utilize the corresponding staff approach. This skill is vital to ensure those interacting with individuals with dementia are well-equipped to de-escalate a crisis or challenging situation. Participants often state this is one of the things that makes our training unique and valuable. A Dementia Capable Care trained care partner applies what they’ve learned with the lens “all behavior has meaning and is communication”. They learn to identify the behavior level observed and skillfully respond with the approach that matches the behavior level, returning the person (and care partner) to a state of calm. As example, they would recognize an individual yelling and raising their fist, is exhibiting Defensive behavior. The approach to deescalate is Directive such as, “I can see you are upset. If you stop yelling, we can discuss how I can help you”. 🚀 Ready to take your dementia care skills to the next level? Discover our transformative training: https://bit.ly/47qWV25 #DementiaCare #DementiaEducation #DementiaTraining #DementiaCapableCare #CrisisPreventionInstitute

⭐New Dementia Capable Care Superstar! We're excited to share our latest blog post, "Meet a Dementia Capable Care Superstar: Leisa Askew," by Kim Warchol, our president and founder. Learn how Leisa Askew uses the practicality of the DCC course to provide person-centered care. Read on to be inspired by her story: https://bit.ly/3BDheyP… #DementiaCare #DementiaTraining #QualityCare #DementiaCapableCare #DementiaCareSpecialist

The Individual Dementia Capable Care Specialist Credential equips learners with advanced skills to provide optimal care for individuals with #dementia. With this training, caregivers can: ☑️ Enhance quality of life: Apply person-centered approaches to meet individual needs, improving function, safety, and overall well-being. ☑️ Understand cognitive levels: Use the Allen Cognitive Levels to tailor interventions based on each person's abilities, promoting independence and dignity. ☑️ Manage challenging behaviors: Prevent and de-escalate distress behaviors through CPI’s Crisis Development Model℠, fostering a calmer, safer environment. ☑️ Support families: Offer meaningful guidance and support to families navigating the complexities of dementia care. This credential makes a significant difference in both professional competency and the lives of those living with dementia. Upon completion, you will receive Dementia Capable Care Specialist Credential. Register Today!  https://bit.ly/46IACpv  #DementiaCare #DementiaTraining #CareSpecialist #SpecialistCredential #InvestInTraining #PersonCenteredCare