The foundation of training in this class includes characteristics of the client group the community serves such as activities, safety risks, environmental considerations, disease processes, communication skills, nutritional needs & vocational abilities. Rated 1 hour.
 

• Demonstrate knowledge of the client group
• Realize specific care needs
• Understand specific communication needs and environment considerations of the client group
• Demonstrate specific intervention techniques for the advanced age client group
• Realize therapeutic environment components
• Understand how to promote independence of clients within the limitations of their physical, mental and social health
• Understand the aging process and how it affects the residents.