Day one overviews basic topics that the California Department of Social Services requires of Home Care Aides before working with seniors. A great review for many seasoned professionals including abuse reporting requirements and the essentials of personal protective equipment.
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Employed and eligible caregivers will qualify for the stipend from CalGrows after completing the required 50 training hours. Please note that unpaid family caregivers do not qualify for the stipend.
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Training Course Descriptions
CAREGIVING BASICS 8 Hours
MOBILITY, TRANSFER TECHNIQUES, & MEMORY CARE 8 Hours
Day two provides thorough training in ambulatory care, (mobility assisting, wheelchairs& other ambulatory aids) safe transfer techniques and mechanical lift training. The coursework introduces Alzheimer’s disease and dementia to include best practices and service techniques designed to mitigate these conditions.
Hands-On Skills Training 2 Hours
Please note that agenda days 1 and 2 MUST be completed prior to signing up for the hands-on skills training.
ADL's & NATURAL DISASTERS 8 Hours
A focus on activities of daily living and proper reporting necessary when working with dementia care clients. Natural disasters and workplace emergencies will be introduced and as will methods of treating the effects emergency situations have on clients and care.
END OF LIFE & ETHICAL CARE 8 Hours
End of life care will be introduced as well as ethical care standards related to providing home care to clients. Person centered care and caring for the LGBTQ population will be included.
BLOODBORN PATHOGENS & ACTIVE SHOOTERS- DANGERS SEEN AND UNSEEN 8 Hours
The importance of proper protection and cleaning to ensure safety against pathogen exposure when handling bodily fluids, blood, and airborne diseases. How to best handle an active shooter situation while ensuring self & client safety. An overview of the levels and costs of care will be presented.
MEANINGFUL CARE, EMPLOYEE WELLNESS, & WORKNET 8 Hours
The final training day provides instruction techniques for meaningful activities for client care. Caregivers will also learn how to best handle stress and how to best ensure employee wellness. Worknet will provide resources for continued training and work opportunities.