DESCRIPTION:
This Program of Study outlines the understanding of Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias caregiving, such as but not limited to, promoting dignity, independence, individuality, privacy and choice; client’s rights and principles of self-determination; care of clients with physical, cognitive, behavioral and social disabilities; and effective communication. This Program of Study meets and exceeds equivalency of a 6 (six) hour training as required by the Illinois Department of Public Health Administrative Code Part 973.