BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:-//com.denhaven2/NONSGML ri_cal gem//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DESCRIPTION:Caring for individuals with Alzheimer&rsquo\;s and other deme ntias can be very challenging. Learning how to adjust communication styl es and approach behavioral challenges can make all the difference.\nThe Alzheimer&rsquo\;s Association Cleveland Area Chapter offers comprehensi ve\, full-day dementia care training sessions to family caregivers at lo cations throughout Northeast Ohio &ndash\; at no charge. Professional ca regivers are also invited to participate for a $50.00 fee. The class pro vides four \;CEUs for social workers and nurses. \;\nOffered mon thly\, the Alzheimer&rsquo\;s Association Dementia Care Training course prepares caregivers for the challenges and helps to lessen the stress. T he six-hour program is geared toward nursing assistants working in both community-based and long-term care settings\, as well as family members caring for a loved one.\nSession topics include: \; \; \; &n bsp\; \n\nOverview of Alzheimer&rsquo\;s disease and related disorders \ nImproving communication techniques \nHow to connect with and engage peo ple with memory and thinking problems with activities \nTechniques for m anaging challenging behaviors\n\nRegistration is required and attendees should plan to bring a brown bag lunch/dinner. To register\, contact Mar y Lambert at 216.231.1485 or mlambert@alz.org. URL:http://beachwood.patch.com/events/dementia-care-training SUMMARY:Dementia Care Training LOCATION:23215 Commerce Park\, Beachwood\, OH 44122: 23215 Commerce Park\ , Beachwood\, OH END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR