Dementia Care: Caregiver Self-Care

Course Code: REL-PAC-0-DCCSC

Hours: 0.1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026

Learning Objectives:
Recognize signs of stress.
Describe how caregiving can build self esteem.
Identify tips for preventing caregiver burnout.

Outline:

Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Encourage Self Care for Caregivers

High Demand on Staff

Recognize When Caregivers are Feeling Stressed

Tips for Preventing Burnout

Creating a Safe Environment and Promoting Self Care

Review

Summary

Section 3: Conclusion

Summary

References

Course Contributor

Instructor: Kim Matthews, RN

Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998.  Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry.  Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management.  Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.