FRHS to Host Free Dementia Dialogues® Training for the Community

Freeman Regional Health Services invites community members and caregivers to attend a free Dementia Dialogues® training series this March at Dewald Street Village.

Dementia Dialogues® is a five-module, evidence-informed, nationally registered training program designed to educate and support community members and caregivers for individuals who exhibit signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The course provides practical tools, effective communication strategies, and creative problem-solving techniques to help participants better understand and care for those living with dementia.

The training will be held at Dewald Street Village (Commons Area), 600 S. Dewald St., Freeman, SD 57029, and will take place over three evenings:

Part 1 - March 23 | 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Module 1 - The Basic Facts: An Overview of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias

Part 2 - March 24 | 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Module 2 - Keep the Dialogue Going: Strategies for Effective Communication
Module 3 - It's a Different World: Understanding the Impact of the Environment & Ways to Promote Independence

Part 3 - March 25 | 4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Module 4 - It's Nothing Personal: Addressing Challenging Behaviors
Module 5 - Now What Do We Do? Creative Problem Solving

Dinner will be provided each evening.

This free training opportunity is open to the Freeman community, including family caregivers, healthcare workers, and anyone interested in learning more about dementia care.

Participants can register online by visiting: https://osa.cventevents.com/02zrAZ

Freeman Regional Health Services is proud to host this important educational event and support caregivers and families in our community.

Continuing education approved for EMS, Dental, Long Term Care Administrators, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Chiropractor and CHW/CHR professionals.

For more information, please contact Amanda Mettler at [email protected] or 605-925-2108