Synopsis of Training Northwest Region
All of the following training opportunities are
designed to be meaningful to persons working directly with individuals
with developmental disabilities in the community.
Abuse and Neglect:
Abuse and neglect are defined in detail as well as legal
implications. A video is shown followed by discussion.
Aging and
Disabilities: Covers
the physical aging process and special problems related to people with
developmental disabilities. Also looks at the
mental aspects of aging and Alzheimer's disease.
The segment ends with suggestions for successful aging.
Alzheimer's and
Dementia in People with Disabilities: The focus of this
session is primarily on mental aspects of aging, defining dementia/Alzheimer's, and
looking at specific elements and methods to help
people cope with the disease.
Basic
First Aid: How to assess an injury and what to do.
Different situations are discussed with appropriate
interventions (wound care,
choking, poisoning, burns).
Basic Nutrition: A review of
the components of a balanced diet and how to make healthy choices.
Addresses how to promote healthy food choices for consumers.
Resident Rights: This is a basic
resident rights review done through an
interactive game in which situations are presented to the audience.
Members have to respond with the appropriate "right" for the example. Choice and risk are discussed. Also,
specific discussion regarding rights' issues.
Crisis Response:
Discusses health factors in crisis intervention as well as
behavior issues, strategies, and existing community models for managing
crisis in the community.
Dignity and Human
Worth: The
importance of caregiver attitudes and behavior is addressed.
Interactive activities and a short video are used.
Down Syndrome: Health issues commonly
seen in persons with Down Syndrome. Review of the aging process and Alzheimer's Disease in persons with Down Syndrome.
Epilepsy: Epilepsy is defined;
current medications are discussed and safety
factors.
Goals and Objectives: How to identify meaningful goals and
objectives for a consumer and assess and evaluate progress.
Health Concerns
Related to Behavior: A brief review of body systems and how
the effects of certain disease processes may cause pain or discomfort
which could be demonstrated in the form of certain behaviors in those
with developmental disabilities or dementia.
Health Factors in Crisis Intervention:
Discusses health factors in crisis intervention as well as behavior
issues, strategies, and existing community models for managing crisis in
the community.
Infection Control: A review
of most common infectious diseases and how they are transmitted.
Standard precautions
for the home are discussed. This
includes use of protective equipment, handling of laundry, cleaning,
hand washing, etc.
Introduction to Autism: Definition of autism including the
wide spectrum of autism disorders. Common characteristics and
treatment approaches.
Introduction
to Essential Lifestyle Planning: This type of future’s plan is
described through a case presentation that demonstrates that everyone
has definite preferences, regardless of the severity of disability.
It shows that the preferences can be a source of valuable
information that can be used to develop an appropriate living
arrangement or to improve on the person’s current residential service.
Medication Basics I and II:
The first
hour focuses on a review of factors affecting the success of any
medication treatment, forms of drugs, routes of medications, drug
related problems, medication errors, side effects, and documentation.
The second hour focuses on psychopharmacology: why medications are
used for certain psychiatric conditions, importance of documentation to
help determine effectiveness of these medications, and what information
is most helpful to share with the physician.
Meeting the
Challenge of Difficult Behaviors:
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Emotional effects of
health problems: A brief review of body systems and how the effects of certain
disease processes may cause pain or discomfort which could be demonstrated in the
form of certain behaviors in those with
developmental disabilities or dementia.
How to look for clues and provide useful information to the
doctor.
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Caregiver values and
attitudes: A look at the values caregivers frequently bring to their job and
the attitudes they hold with regard to their
work. Also examined is the
effects these values and attitudes have on caring
for and supporting the individuals the caregiver serves.
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Proactive
approaches: A discussion of what proactive behavioral approaches are, how
they can be developed at home and in work and other programs, and why
they can help to reduce or prevent problem behaviors.
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Function of behaviors: To better understand why behavior occurs, we look at the factors
that influence it. Factors are identified as
internal or external. The
differences and impact they have on designing solutions is discussed.
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Safe responding in
difficult situations: Strategies for intervention to insure the safety of staff and
clients when a consumer’s behavior
becomes dangerous.
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Recognizing and responding to escalating behavior: Reactive strategies are
intended to safely bridge the gap between the onset of challenging
behaviors and the point at which long-term approaches take effect.
This
presentation looks at several specific strategies and describes how they
might best be integrated into an overall intervention plan.
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Developing a Supportive Environment:
Mental Illness and Developmental
Disabilities (Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder): Looks at
obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, and clinical
depression and the special problems encountered by people with
developmental disabilities who suffer from these disorders. Also,
covers treatment and services available.
Oral Health and Nutrition:
Discusses the relationship of oral health to general health, the process
of oral disease, and the role of nutrition. A film is used to
demonstrate oral care techniques.
Relationships
and Sexuality: Addresses
the importance of relationships and how to assist individuals with developmental
disabilities build
relationships in the home and community. Also addresses issues concerning sexuality.
Supporting Individuals with Challenging
Behavior: A three hour training on supporting individuals with
complex behavior challenges. Topics covered include intervention
styles for specific diagnosis, and how to develop behavior support plans
in compliance with the state OQA/BLTS Restrictive Measures Approval
Process.
Taking Care of the Caregiver:
A stressed out, unhappy caregiver cannot give the best care. Included are basic techniques for managing
and dealing with stress, and maintaining a balanced outlook under
stressful conditions.
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