Alzheimer's First Responder Training (CEU)
Date and Time
Wednesday Jul 18, 2018
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
8:00 am-11:00 am
Location
SeniorCare Inc.
49 Blackburn Center
Gloucester, MA 01930
Fees/Admission
No charge.
Pre-registration required: 800.272.3900
Website
Contact Information
Alzheimer's Association of Massachusetts/New Hampshire
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Description
First Responder Training
Wednesday, July 18, 2018, 8am-11am
SeniorCare Inc.
49 Blackburn Center, Gloucester, MA 01930
Understand, Approach & Respond:
Effective Interventions with Individuals with Alzheimer's Disease & Related Dementias. The training will provide 3 approved credits by the Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services for EMS personnel.
This no-cost training is designed to provide evidence-informed education to First Responders on understanding the impact that Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias may have on individuals and communities. This program has been developed specifically for First Responders. Strategies acquired from this training will provide an understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and practical strategies to optimize the effectiveness of responding during on-scene interactions with persons living with dementia and their families. Additionally, attendees will gain an understanding of available dementia-related resources.
Program provided at no cost
Instructor:
Ronda Randazzo, MSW, LICSW, CDP
Manager, Community Education and Training
Alzheimer's Association MA/NH
MA OEMS Approved:
Basic-3, Advanced-3, Paramedic-3
To register, call our 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900
alz.org/MANH
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