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Q: Why is your approach different or better for my loved one?

Positive Approach to Care® focuses on understanding how dementia changes the brain and adapting our approach to what abilities remain. Rather than focusing on what has been lost, we build on what is still possible. By understanding the "why" behind behaviors , caregivers can experience less stress and resistance, strengthen connections, and create more positive interactions while preserving dignity and quality of life.

Education & Skill-Building

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This Is Perfect For You If...

You want to improve dementia care outcomes within your organization.
Your staff struggles with burnout, communication, or retention.
You need practical dementia training your team can use immediately.
You want to improve client, resident, and family satisfaction.
You value compassionate, dignity-centered care approaches.
You want calmer interactions and more confident caregivers.
You are an independent or family caregiver seeking practical support and guidance.
You’re looking for education grounded in both professional expertise and real caregiving experience.

Why Choose Us...

Connection — Building trust through meaningful interaction
Engagement — Focusing on abilities, purpose, and quality of life
Dignity — Honoring every person with compassion and respect
Approach — Utilizing Positive Approach to Care® methods for effective communication and care
Respect — Supporting every caregiver and individual without judgment

Workshops Designed for Real-Life Caregiving Challenges

PAC^® Workshops & Specialized Training

Typical vs Atypical

Brain Changes

Explore the differences between typical aging and brain changes that may signal dementia. Learn how changes in vision, hearing, touch, taste, and smell affect awareness, understanding, and responses as dementia progresses. Through discussion and practical examples, participants will consider how to use this knowledge in current and future interactions.

Available as 1- 2-hour session for CEU eligible, or as 2- 1-hour sessions (not eligible for CEU)

Using a Positive Physical Approach™

Build practical skills for approaching and connecting with a person living with dementia. This interactive session explores visual changes, supportive positioning, and the Positive Physical Approach™. Guided practice and role-play help participants use the techniques with greater awareness and confidence. The session will be recorded for future learning.

Available as a 1-hour session, CEU eligible

Seeing GEMS® as More Than Just Loss: Progression Patterns

Discover a strengths-based way to understand dementia progression through the six GEMS® States of Brain Change. Participants will compare abilities, behaviors, and sensory changes across the states, recognize that a person’s state may shift throughout the day, and practice identifying GEMS states through guided scenarios and a structured reference table.

Available in 1 - 1-hour session (CEU eligible) or 2 - 30-minute sessions (not eligible for CEU)

Each workshop provides real-world strategies caregivers can begin using immediately in home care settings, assisted living communities, skilled nursing facilities, and family caregiving environments.

Why it matters:

Caregivers need more than information — they need practical tools that help them feel prepared, capable, and supported in everyday care situations.

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Dementia Education That Builds Understanding

First Responders - Recognizing Dementia & Skills

Strengthen your ability to recognize and respond to situations that may involve a person living with dementia. This eight-hour training helps first responders identify possible signs of dementia, use effective observation and approach techniques, and practice Positive Physical Approach™ and Hand-under-Hand® skills. Participants will learn to respond rather than react, supporting safer and more successful interactions for everyone involved.

Available in 4 - 2-hour sessions, 2 - 4-hour sessions, or 1 - 8-hour session.

Getting to Know Dementia...

6-Part Series

Learn what dementia really is and how brain changes can affect abilities, communication, and daily life. Over six sessions, explore the GEMS® States of Brain Change, practice supportive care skills, recognize the strengths that remain, and learn how to advocate for the person living with dementia while building a dependable support team.

Dementia Orientation

In-Service

Discover how typical aging differs from brain changes associated with dementia, including changes in memory, communication, judgment, and other abilities. Attendees will receive information about local caregiver resources and have an opportunity to ask questions during an interactive Q&A session.

Why it matters:

When caregivers understand what is happening in the brain, they can respond with greater confidence, empathy, and effectiveness.

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Practical Skills That Change Daily Interactions

Six Part Care Partner Support Series

Build practical skills and confidence for the dementia care journey in this supportive six-week series. Explore brain and sensory changes, communication, GEMS® states, Hand-under-Hand®, relationship-centered approaches, handling difficult moments, asking for help, and caregiver well-being. Participants will identify personal strengths, areas for support, and strategies that place connection before the task.

Available in 6 - 1-hour sessions

Why it matters:

Small changes in approach can dramatically improve cooperation, reduce caregiver stress, and preserve dignity for the person living with dementia.

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Got Questions?

Do you only work with facilities or large groups?

I primarily work with in-home care and long-term facility staff and administration but can provide education and skill building for support groups, memory cafe's, first responders, etc.

I also work with caregivers where the person living with dementia is aging in-place.

Why is your approach different or better for my loved one?

Positive Approach to Care® focuses on understanding how dementia changes the brain and adapting our approach to what abilities remain. Rather than focusing on what has been lost, we build on what is still possible.

By understanding the "why" behind behaviors, caregivers can experience less stress and resistance, strengthen connections, and create more positive interactions while preserving dignity and quality of life.

Are these the only seminars you teach?

No! That's the great thing about CEDAR. While the principals will be the same, Positive Approach to Care®, is the premise for all approaches, seminars can be customized to your needs.