Alzheimer's Dementia: The Montessori Approach to Caregiving

Alzheimer's Dementia: The Montessori Approach to Caregiving

This course teaches dementia caregivers about the Montessori method of dementia care which is based on Dr. Maria Montessori’s work in early childhood education. In this course we will learn about the 10 Montessori principles of dementia care: independence, choice, being error free, adaptation, demonstration, procedural memory, familiar materials, meaningful activities, sequencing, and simple-to-complex. We will learn how to apply the Montessori principles in any caregiving setting and that the principles are interdependent. We will learn how to communicate more effectively with the person we are caring for and how to engage them in recreational and personal care activities. Caregivers will learn about the importance of self care and ways to mitigate the challenges of caregiving.

The Montessori method of dementia care has many benefits for both caregivers and the people they are caring for. It is low cost and requires no special equipment or tools. No additional medications are required to use this approach to care. Since the Montessori method of dementia care focuses on the individual, care is tailored to each persons needs. The method maintains the dignity and independence of the person being cared for and provides for a better quality of life for both the caregiver and the person receiving care.

Dementia Care

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What you will learn

• You will be able to explain what the Montessori method of dementia care is.
• You will be able to recall the Montessori principles and apply them to everyday situations as a caregiver.
• You will be able to identify and use Montessori principles as a caregiver to communicate effectively.

Rating: 4.25

Level: All Levels

Duration: 1.5 hours

Instructor: Robin Ely