Full Course Description

Alzheimer’s Disease & Other Dementias Certification Training

This training is vital for anyone who works with dementia and needs skills and proven strategies to provide optimal care!

Watch Dr. Sherrie All as she provides you with the assessment tools and interventions you need to identify and differentiate between dementias, prevent and reduce difficult behaviors, and improve your ability to communicate with cognitively impaired patients!

More than just an overview of dementia and Alzheimer’s, this program will offer practical solutions to some of the most challenging real-life situations you face and bring you up to speed on the latest medications, preventative treatments, and advances in early detection that could impact your work.

Best of all, upon completion of this training, you’ll be eligible to become an Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist (ECDCS) through Evergreen Certifications. Certification lets colleagues, employers, and clients know that you’ve invested the extra time and effort necessary to understand the complexities of dementia care. Professional standards apply. Visit www.evergreencertifications.com/ECDCS for details.

Purchase today! No matter your profession, you’ll finish this comprehensive program more confident in your ability to minimize challenging behavioral issues associated with dementia, improve communication with your patients, and provide the best care possible for this vulnerable population!

CERTIFICATION MADE SIMPLE!

No hidden fees – PESI pays for your application fee (a $99.99 USD value)*!
Simply complete this training and the included post-event evaluation, and your application to be an Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist through Evergreen Certifications is complete.

Attendees will receive documentation of ECDCS designation from Evergreen Certifications 4 to 6 weeks following completion.

*Professional standards apply. Visit www.evergreencertifications.com/ECDCS for professional requirements.

Program Information

Objectives

Determine how the manifestations of each type of dementia impacts identification and prognosis.
Develop a synopsis of 2 assessment tools that can be employed to screen for possible cognitive difficulty and relate to functional application with ADLs.
Utilize non-verbal communication skills that can help professionals identify meanings behind gestures when working with patients who have dementia increasing quality of care and quality of life for patients.
Evaluate how patient safety can be enhanced with strategies to redirect wandering and manage paranoia while increasing participation in therapy.
Investigate how the latest medications, preventative treatments, and advances in early detection could impact care of people with dementia.
Analyze end of life issues and elder abuse and correlate how the ethics of dying impacts the clinician, client, and their family.

Outline

Manifestations and Prognosis for Each Type of Dementia

Cognitive decline vs. normal aging
Mild Neuro-Cognitive Disorder
Manifestations and prognosis for:
- Alzheimer’s
- Vascular Dementia
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Frontotemporal Dementia
- Parkinson’s
Stages of dementia
Psuedo-dementias and reversible conditions

Cognitive Assessment Tools and Advances in Early-Detection

MOCA and SLUMS
- Step-by-step utilization
- What they tell you and what they don’t
Brain imaging
Research on biomarkers
Genetic risk profiling
When to refer for a formal neuropsychological assessment

Behavioral Interventions Toolbox: Causes and Solutions to Challenging Behaviors

Identifying triggers for challenging behaviors
Assess for pain in dementia patients
What do for sundowning?
Techniques to minimize combativeness and aggressive behaviors
Strategies to redirect wandering
Paranoia – causes and management
Effective responses to hallucinations and delusions
Strategies to reduce repetitive behaviors
How to improve personal care and activities of daily living

Communication Strategies to Improve Care

Successful non-verbal communication – find meaning behind gestures
Best practices to avoid arguments
Questions to ask, and how to ask them
Innovative communication tools

Psychopharmacology and Nutrition: The Latest Medications and Preventative Treatments

Approved medications for behavioral and cognitive symptoms
Nutritive interventions for Alzheimer’s prevention
Disease modifying medication

Ethical Issues Related to Dementia

End of life issues
Reporting abuse (physical, sexual, financial)
Multicultural considerations
Limitations, risks, and areas of further research

Target Audience

Social Workers
Counselors
Psychologists
Psychotherapists
Psychiatrists
Case Managers
Marriage & Family Therapists
Nursing Home Administrator
Speech-Language Pathologists
Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Physicians
Physical Therapists
Physical Therapist Assistants
Nurses
Nurse Practitioners
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Nurses Assistants
Homecare Workers
Other Rehab, Medical and Mental Health Professionals

Copyright : 01/17/2025

The Dementia Epidemic: Screening Negligence Corrected for Early-Stage Interventions

Dementia isn’t just on the horizon – it’s already here, growing faster than our healthcare system can handle. By mid-century, dementia rates are expected to triple, putting more pressure on healthcare professionals and leaving more families desperate for answers. But dementia care isn’t just about memory; it’s about preserving function. If you can help a patient remember their medication routine or navigate the grocery store independently for even a little longer, you’ve given them something invaluable: more time with their independence.

Unfortunately, many professionals still believe the outdated myth that “there’s nothing we can do.” In this session, neuropsychologist Dr. Sherrie All will dismantle that myth and share practical, evidence-based strategies you can use right away to build cognitive reserve, slow functional decline, and support patients and their families through the challenges of early-stage dementia.

You’ll learn how to identify the subtle signs of cognitive decline sooner, so you can intervene when it matters most. Discover how to connect specific cognitive deficits – like memory lapses or attention challenges – with real-world struggles, such as missed appointments or medication errors. And gain tools to educate families, reduce their confusion, and empower them to take a proactive role in care.

What You’ll Walk Away With:

Techniques to spot early-stage dementia sooner and apply tailored interventions to slow cognitive decline
Practical tools to help patients manage tasks like medication routines, navigation, and household organization
Strategies to communicate complex brain changes with clarity, so families feel informed and equipped to help

Dementia is a growing crisis – but you don’t have to sit on the sidelines. Join us and learn how you can make a tangible difference in your patients’’ daily lives, giving them the tools to remain engaged, independent, and connected

Program Information

Objectives

Evaluate the impact of early detection and intervention on cognitive function to implement strategies that support clients’ ability to manage daily tasks and maintain independence.
Apply principles of cognitive reserve and brain plasticity to develop personalized interventions that enhance memory, attention, and executive function for improved participation in daily routines.
Integrate evidence-based cognitive rehabilitation techniques to support functional skills like medication management, meal preparation, and community navigation, helping clients sustain independence for as long as possible.

Outline

The Dementia Crisis is Here – Why Early Action Matters

Dementia rates are projected to triple by mid-century – what that means for healthcare professionals
The myth that “nothing can be done” and how it delays diagnosis, treatment, and functional interventions
The impact of dementia on patients, families, and the healthcare system – and why early-stage interventions can change the trajectory

The Science of Prevention and Early Intervention

How mental stimulation, lifestyle habits, and therapeutic interventions can build resilience
Brain plasticity & slowing functional decline – and how early action makes the biggest difference
Evidence-based tools for managing Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and early-stage dementia to preserve functional independence

The Cognitive Rehabilitation Toolbox – Strategies for Everyday Function

Memory: External memory aids, task rehearsal, and routines to support everyday activities like medication management
Attention: Practical exercises to improve focus for tasks like cooking, driving, and social interactions
Executive Function: Tools to help patients manage finances, appointments, and multi-step tasks
Visuospatial Skills: Strategies to improve navigation and reduce disorientation in familiar and new environments
Family & Caregiver Education: Simple communication techniques to empower caregivers, reduce burnout, and create dementia-friendly environments at home

Target Audience

Nurses
Nurse Practitioners
Clinical Nurse Specialists
Physician Assistants
Physicians
Physical Therapists
Physical Therapist Assistants
Occupational Therapists
Occupational Therapy Assistants
Speech Language Pathologists
Social Workers
Nursing Home Administrators