Horizon Health Services' Dementia Training
- By Horizon Health Services
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- 04 Apr, 2018
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Caring for others can be quite challenging. Caring for others with dementia can pose an even bigger challenge.
What We’ll Cover
This eight-hour training program encompasses the different types of dementia, highlights the inner workings of the brain, and covers techniques to assist with the essential challenges of daily life posed by dementia. You’ll be pleased to find that it meets the requirements mandated by the state of Minnesota, allowing you to feel confident in your abilities after training. Below are the topics we’ll go over with our experienced trainer:
- Basic Understanding of the Brain
- Understanding Types of Dementia
- Strategies for Communication
- Challenging Behavior
- Person-Centered Techniques
- Assistance with Daily Activities
- Hand Under Hand Technique
- Positive Physical Approach
About Our Trainer
Michele Henifin brings over twenty years of experience gained through education, training and life experiences. She proudly serves the residents of Horizon Health as the Resident Services Outreach Director, Dementia Trainer, & President of Minnesota SWAP. Michelle’s awareness, knowledge, & skills with others make a positive difference in the lives of those living or working with Dementia. Here is a snapshot of Michele’s qualifiers that you’ll experience in our dementia training program:
Experience
- Training for
- Teepa Snow's
- Team as a Certified PAC Trainer
- President of
- Minnesota SWAP
Education
- Positive Physical Approach Techniques
- Hand under Hand Techniques
- Understanding the world of Dementia
- Validation Group Practitioner certification
- Person Centered Thinking and Planning
- Caregiver Coaching
Testimonials
To see the difference this training makes, you’ll have to learn the methodology & techniques to apply them first hand. Here are what others are saying about the program after its completion:
“Amazing Training! I feel I can confidently care for my residents with a clearer understanding of what they are going through.”
“I finally know what to do in difficult situations.”
“I’m more confident as an employee to provide cares.”
We hope that this has aided you in your search for administering quality care to those living and working with dementia, and if so, we hope to see you at this event. Our training will take place on Tuesday, April 10th from 8 AM - 4:30 PM at our location in Pierz, MN. An eight-hour training can work up quite the appetite, so we’ll have your lunch provided! Tickets are available online, & If you can’t make this event, we encourage you to attend our upcoming dementia trainings on April 10, May 22nd, & June 19.
This program is funded under contract with the Central MN Council on Aging as part of the Older Americans Act Program. Share this event on Facebook and Twitter. Contact us at 320-468-6451 or outreach@horizonhealthservices.com to learn more.
It is important to us at Horizon Health that we highlight our dedicated employees and help you learn more about the people who make our services great. In this edition of employee spotlight, you will meet Angie Athman, a licensed social worker for our hospice care, and Kelsey Benson, the care coordinator with Horizon Health.
All About Angie
With 12 years as a social worker under her belt, the last 6 of which have been spent working in hospice at Horizon Health, Angie Athman is a valued employee. Nevertheless, she is humble about her position. Angie says her favorite part of her job is the peace it brings her. She says working to serve the aging population is an honor and brings into perspective how precious life really is. While she does think working with end of life patients can be hard, Angie says she is grateful for Horizon’s supportive workplace where her coworkers are like family and the inspirational stories she hears from her elderly patients. When asked if there is anything she feels needs to be known about her position, Angie says that besides her job duties, she runs two caregiver support groups and provides community support to those nearing a hospice situation with a loved one. Angie invites anyone who could use her help to reach out to Horizon Health Hospice at 320-468-2788.
Keeping Up With Kelsey
Also a licensed social worker, our care coordinator Kelsey has done a fabulous job since starting at Horizon Health. Kelsey previously worked in a nursing home and enjoyed serving the elderly population. This led her to pursue social work at Horizon Health. She says her favorite part of her job is connecting families to resources they might not have otherwise had that make their lives easier. The rewarding part is making connections and helping people with compassion and a helpful heart. Kelsey says she really knows her elderly patients on a personal level and values building those relationships!
These two wonderful women make our hospice care more empathetic, more effective, and more supportive for our patients and their families. We are proud to shine a spotlight on Angie and Kelsey!
