2024 - Caregiver Series

Welcome to the Caregiver Series Training Program!
The Caregiver Series: Comprehensive Training for Assisted Living Professionals

Course Overview:

The Caregiver Series is a comprehensive training program designed to equip caregivers, nursing assistants, and healthcare staff with the essential skills needed to provide high-quality care in assisted living environments. This series covers a broad range of caregiving topics, from mobility assistance to safety protocols and emergency preparedness, ensuring that all participants are fully prepared to meet the unique needs of elderly residents with compassion and professionalism.

Key Topics Covered:

• Mastering Mobility & Assistance: Learn the safe and effective techniques for supporting residents with mobility challenges, including lessons on wheelchair use, caring for bed-bound residents, and the proper use of equipment like the Hoya lift.
• Ensuring Resident Safety: Understand critical safety measures, including fall prevention strategies, fire and life safety protocols, and maintaining hand hygiene to prevent the spread of infections.
• Promoting Privacy & Dignity: Explore the best practices for maintaining residents’ privacy and dignity, with a focus on respectful communication and individualized care that enhances the quality of life for seniors.
• Fostering Teamwork & Collaboration: Discover how teamwork and collaboration among staff contribute to effective caregiving. Learn communication strategies that ensure a cohesive, supportive work environment.
• Emergency Preparedness: Be ready for emergencies with specialized training on sheltering in place and disaster drills, adhering to regulations such as Maryland’s COMAR guidelines.

Target Audience:

The Caregiver Series is ideal for both new and experienced caregivers, nursing assistants, and other healthcare professionals working in assisted living facilities. This course is designed for individuals looking to enhance their caregiving skills and build a foundation of knowledge that will enable them to provide excellent, personalized care.

Course Structure:

The Caregiver Series consists of 12 interactive lessons, each focusing on a specific aspect of caregiving in assisted living. Every lesson includes practical demonstrations, step-by-step guides, and knowledge checks to reinforce learning. By the end of the course, participants will have developed a well-rounded skill set for safely and effectively caring for elderly residents.

Certification:

Upon successful completion of the series, participants will receive a certification in Assisted Living Caregiving, recognizing their expertise in senior care and commitment to upholding the highest standards of caregiving.