Programs for health professionals, social workers and family caregivers caring for patients with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other age related mental illness. Essential guidelines for improving care.
See also: Dr. Peter V. Rabins; Grace
» Elder Abuse DVD Titles These programs are designed to provide positive strategies to prevent abuse of residents in long term care and assisted living. Topics include: neglect, physical and verbal violence, caregiver stress triggers, and abuse prevention. Appropriate for geriatric nursing assistants and other nursing home staff.
» Pain DVD Titles Guidelines for identifying and assessing pain, reporting pain symptoms, and preventing painful conditions, are provided in these programs. Appropriate for nursing staff and geriatric nursing assistants for training and staff development.
» Perspectives of the Elderly DVD TitlesFinally, the elderly living in nursing homes, assisted living and retirement communities speak for themselves. Topics include: abuse, elder care, fear, aging, quality care, and Alzheimer's disease. This popular series of videos is essential viewing for everyone dedicated to providing quality of life for the elderly.
» Care of the Elderly DVD TitlesThe programs in this section are designed for professional training and staff development of nursing assistants working in long term care, assisted living, and day care. Topics include: preventing infections, pressure sores, providing quality care, recognizing emergencies, preventing falls, and restorative care.
» End of Life Care DVD TitlesPrograms address the very different care goals, issues and concerns of the elderly and their families facing end of life issues. Topics include: palliative care, comfort care, hospice, and respecting end of life decisions and advance directives. Relevant for all nursing staff and physicians working with the elderly.
» Family Caregiver DVD TitlesPrograms essential for caregivers assuming the unexpected role of caring for family members. Award winning documentaries provide positive inspirational support as they follow the challenges presented by Alzheimer's disease, stroke and disabilities. Excellent for family caregivers and support groups.