Institute For Professional Care Education Becomes Online Training Provider For Alzheimer's Association Leaders In Dementia Care
The Alzheimer's Association Leaders in Dementia Care requires organizations train 75% of their staff annually in eight-hours of dementia education. IPCed has been approved as an online training provider for the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado Leaders in Dementia Care.
- (1888PressRelease) April 12, 2013 - DENVER- The Institute for Professional Care Education (IPCed) announced today it has been approved as an online training provider for the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado Leaders in Dementia Care.
Healthcare organizations that train through IPCed can now receive specialized training on Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia in order to submit an application for the Alzheimer's Association Leaders in Dementia Care recognition. Launched on July 1, 2012, more than 50 Colorado organizations have completed the application process and been approved as Leaders in Dementia Care.
The Alzheimer's Association Leaders in Dementia Care requires organizations train 75% of their staff annually in eight-hours of dementia education. The program is flexible in who provides the training and the methods for training. IPCed offers its training online with 24/7 access to both organizations and individuals, including in-home care, assisted living, retirement communities, nursing homes, hospice organizations, hospitals, and memory care units.
"We are thrilled to offer this important training program to our network of caregivers," said Sharon Brothers, CEO of IPCed. "With Alzheimer's and forms of dementia growing at a dramatic pace across the country we need to be able to train caregivers to fully understand how to care for the whole person and their families. This is exactly what the Leaders in Dementia Care recognition program does."
The new IPCed online course provides an affordable way for employers to achieve the 75% trained level for this program. The online format is both engaging and effective, giving busy workers the flexibility they need to access this training wherever and whenever they wish.
In 2008, the Colorado General Assembly recognized the need for a state plan to address Alzheimer's disease and commissioned the Colorado Alzheimer's Coordinating Council (CACC) to complete this task. The CACC was instructed to draft a state plan that would describe the current status of the state, identify service and support gaps that exist and provide recommendations to state policymakers for needed improvements.
One of the major program areas identified by the Council was the lack of dementia-specific training for health care workers and facility staff. Alzheimer's disease and other dementia training is critical because of the unique nature of symptoms and management of the disease.
The prevalence of Alzheimer's disease is increasing both nationally and in Colorado. By 2050, the number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is projected to exceed 13 million. More than 110,000 Coloradans are projected to have Alzheimer's disease in 2025, compared to 72,000 in 2011. Alzheimer's disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S. Further, it is estimated that 70 percent of nursing home residents have some degree of cognitive impairment.
"Leaders in Dementia Care will be acknowledged on the referral lists provided to families by the Association, stated Linda Mitchell president and CEO. "We are thrilled with the number of organizations who have already made this commitment to providing increased quality care for their residents. This recognition offers individuals and families a way to select care providers who have an understanding of the special needs of those with dementia"
In addition to referral lists available at alz.org/co and by calling 800.272.3900 the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment will have a link to Leaders in Dementia Care on its website.
For an application, go to the Alzheimer's Association at alz.org/co Leaders in Dementia Care.
About the Institute for Professional Care Education
IPCed is where individuals and health care providers go for caregiver training, certification and state compliance. IPCed simplifies work-place training by offering flexible options and choices for training, including online courses for anytime, anywhere access; instructor-led training resources and individual CEU courses that are accredited by NAB and NCERS. Nationally over 50,000 senior living professionals turn to IPCed to keep current on their training and continuing education. Call 877-843-8374 or visit IPCed.com for more information.
About the Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association Colorado Chapter is the premier source of information and support for the more than 72,000 Coloradoans with Alzheimer's disease, their families and caregivers. Through its statewide network of offices, the Alzheimer's Association offers education, counseling, support groups and a 24-hour Helpline at no cost to families. In addition, contributions help fund advancements in research to prevent, treat and eventually conquer this disease. The Alzheimer's Association advocates for those living with Alzheimer's and their families on related legislative issues, and with health and long-term care providers. For information call the Alzheimer's Association 24 Hour bilingual Helpline at 800-272-3900, or visit www.alz.org/co.
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