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  • Who is this training for?

    Pre-Service Dementia Training is a required training for all APD adult foster care home licensees, co-licensees, administrators, resident managers, shift caregivers, and substitute caregivers in Oregon.

  • What will you learn?

    Participants will better understand how dementia affects individuals and their care needs, incorporate principles of person-centered care and provide a supportive care environment, meet the psychosocial needs of residents living with dementia, provide meaningful activities, understand care considerations for persons living with dementia, and recognize safety considerations.

  • How long is the training?

    This course will be offered as s 2.5-hour, engaging, live webinar taught by experienced professionals and former Alzheimer's Association staff.

Information about the Training

    1. Overview of the Training

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About this course

  • $39.00
  • 1 lesson
  • 0 hours of video content

What others are saying about this training

Excellent training

October 2020 Participant

"The training was excellent the presentation was on point."

Keep teaching as a refresher course

October 2020 Participant

"This was a very educative course and needs to keep being taught even as a refresher course to the people already in the field."

Liked the breakout groups

September 2020 Participant

"It was a great a class. I learned a lot from it. I like the small breakout group that was incorporated with the training. It was a way to get to know each other and feel comfortable in sharing what we wanted to share."

Trainers are knowledgeable & fun

September 2020 Participant

"The trainers are always exceptional, knowledgeable and excellent in what they teach. Fun to be with as well."

January 16th, 1:00-3:30pm (PST)

This webinar is Saturday, Jan. 16th from 1:00-3:30pm. You will be sent a confirmation after registration with additional information. The link for the webinar will be sent the week of the training. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Instructor(s)

Instructor Matthew Gannon

Meet Matt Gannon, a seasoned communications coordinator and trainer at Oregon Care Home Consulting & Training. With over two decades of experience in the field of dementia care, Matt's journey began after his honorable service in the Navy when he delved into long-term care, discovering his passion for dementia care. As a former certified nursing assistant (CNA), Matt dedicated six years to memory care, offering compassionate support to individuals with dementia. His expertise extends beyond direct care, as he has also served as a manager and dementia trainer, honing his skills in adult foster home settings. Matt's commitment to dementia care advocacy led him to the Alzheimer’s Association Oregon & SW Washington Chapter, where he spent four impactful years as a program coordinator. In this role, he provided invaluable consultation to families navigating the challenges of dementia and conducted comprehensive training sessions statewide. Moreover, Matt served as an instructor of the dementia care practice course at Portland Community College. With an undergraduate degree in human studies and gerontology from Marylhurst University, Matt furthered his education at the Marylhurst University Graduate School of Gerontology. As a State-certified EQC instructor, Matt brings a wealth of knowledge and firsthand experience to empower caregivers and professionals in the adult foster care community.

Lead Instructor Alyssa Elting McGuire, MA, MPA

Meet Alyssa Elting McGuire, an advocate dedicated to bridging the gap between theory and practice for adult care home staff. As the consulting and training director of Oregon Care Home Consulting & Training, a business she established in 2018, Alyssa brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With a background as a former adult foster home licensing lead for Washington and Columbia Counties, Alyssa spent eight years immersed in the regulatory and protective services aspects of adult foster homes with the State of Oregon. Alyssa's experience extends to her tenure as a program manager for the Alzheimer's Association Oregon & SW Washington Chapter. As part of her role, she facilitated dementia training programs statewide for care staff and providers. Alyssa holds a graduate degree in public administration & management from the University of Nebraska and a graduate degree in educational leadership (adult education & training) from Portland State University. As a State-certified Ensuring Quality Care (EQC) instructor, she has played an important role in delivering comprehensive EQC training, both in-person and online, for more than seven years. Alyssa's passion lies in empowering caregivers to translate their learning into meaningful real-world experiences, ensuring the highest standards of care within the adult foster care community.