Free Video Training: Effective Communication Strategies
Free Video Training: Effective Communication Strategies
Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. Learn how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.
Click here to go to training and hit the purple button to add to cart at Alzheimer's Association Training Website. Then you'll be able to watch it for free!
Why we know this works
Why we know this works
We love education! It arms you with the knowledge you need to make the best decisions for you and your family. We love this coure from the Alzheimer's Association because it's from experts and from a caregiving perspective with people who have done this so you can learn from their experience. Come back to the courses again and again as things change. And all their courses are free!
How to access this resource
How to access this resource
1. Click this link: https://training.alz.org/products/4036/effective-communication-strategies
2. At Alzheimer's Association website click purple button to Add To Cart
3. Follow the steps to get free access to the video training
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this Alzheimer's communication training really free?
Yes, this video training from the Alzheimer's Association is completely free. Simply click the link to their training website, add the course to your cart (for $0.00), and you'll have immediate access to watch the full training program.
Q: What communication strategies will I learn for dementia patients?
You'll learn how to decode verbal and behavioral messages from someone with dementia, understand how communication changes at each stage of Alzheimer's disease, and discover practical strategies for connecting through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language.
Q: How long is the effective communication strategies video training?
While the specific duration isn't listed, this comprehensive training covers essential communication techniques for all stages of dementia. You'll have unlimited access to watch and rewatch the content at your own pace once enrolled.
Q: Who should take this dementia communication course?
This training is ideal for family caregivers, professional caregivers, healthcare workers, and anyone who regularly interacts with people living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia.
Q: What makes communication difficult with Alzheimer's patients?
Communication becomes challenging because dementia affects how people process information, express thoughts, and understand others. This training teaches you to recognize these changes and adapt your communication style accordingly.
Q: Can I access this training on mobile devices?
Since this is hosted on the Alzheimer's Association's training platform, you should be able to access it on various devices. The training is designed to be accessible for caregivers who need flexible learning options.
Q: Will this training help with behavioral issues in dementia?
Yes, the course specifically covers how to decode behavioral messages from people with dementia, helping you understand what they're trying to communicate through their actions when words become difficult.
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