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This eight-hour interactive Dementia Certificate program is offered by Hope Dementia & Alzheimer’s Services, part of the HopeHealth family of services, and meets the requirements of 105 CMR 150.024 for the specialized care of residents with dementia in a facility. It is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of all professionals working with individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. Topics include: • Overview of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias • Communicating and connecting with residents • Techniques and approaches to care • Person-centered care • Understanding the needs of the family • Dietary needs of residents • Social needs and activities • Recognizing and responding to caregiver stress • Preventing, recognizing and responding to abuse and neglect 8 CEs available for RN/LPN, LICSW, HCA, Activity Professional, OT/PT, Psychologist, CAN, HHA, LMHC, and Dieticians. Instructor The program is taught by Suzanne Faith, RN psych, Senior Director, Hope Dementia & Alzheimer’s Services. Cost $160.00, includes materials and certificate of completion Schedule April 18, 2016 and April 25, 2016, from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., HopeHealth, 765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601 Register For more information or to register, please visit HopeDementia.org, call (508) 775-5656 or email Info@HopeDementia.org. About HopeHealth HopeHealth has been enhancing the quality of life for people experiencing serious illness and loss for more than 35 years. In 2012, Alzheimer’s Services of Cape Cod & the Islands affiliated with the non-profit organization to enhance and expand its programs and community services. The HopeHealth family of services in Massachusetts includes: Hope Hospice; Hope HouseCalls; Hope Dementia & Alzheimer’s Services; and Hope Academy. The Massachusetts Pain Initiative is an affiliate of the organization. Hope Hospice & Palliative Care Rhode Island, formerly Home & Hospice Care of Rhode Island, affiliated with HopeHealth in 2016. Learn more by calling (800) 642-2423 or visiting HopeHealthCo.org.