Building Better Care: Volume 1 - Dementia & Person-Centered Care Foundations: Staff Training Manual for Senior Living & Memory Care Communities Paperback – January 30, 2026

Building Better Care: Volume 1 - Dementia & Person-Centered Care Foundations provides essential knowledge and practical skills to train the basics to staff and is for professional healthcare organizations interacting with individuals living with dementia.What you'll learn:This is a ready to use inservice manual which addresses foundational topics guiding you through understanding dementia from the ground up. You'll learn to distinguish normal aging from cognitive decline, explore the diverse "Dementia Family" of over 120 conditions, and master person-centered care approaches that honor dignity and individuality.Inside this volume:Module 1: Recognize the difference between typical aging changes and early dementia signsModule 2: Navigate the Dementia Family Tree to understand different dementia types and their unique impactsModule 3: Build a foundation in person-centered care philosophy and practiceModule 4: Develop communication techniques that connect rather than correctModule 5: Apply core principles that transform dementia care from task-focused to relationship-focusedModule 6: Use de-escalation strategies to prevent and manage frustration for both caregivers and care recipientsWhat’s Inside Each ModuleEvery module gives you:Content materials ready to goKnowledge Check questionsPrintable Quick Reference GuidesRole play scenariosPractical activitiesMeeting Different Learning StylesYour staff learns in different ways—some need to see it, some need to do it, some need to talk it through. Each module includes handouts and visual aids, group discussions and Q&A, hands-on role plays, written materials, team activities, and step-by-step procedures. Whatever works best for your team, it’s in here.What’s Inside Each ModuleEvery module gives you:Content materials ready to goKnowledge Check questionsPrintable Quick Reference GuidesRole play scenariosPractical activitiesWho Should Lead TrainingChoose someone from your team who knows the material and can facilitate discussions comfortably. These sessions are meant to be interactive and fun, not lectures! Your facilitator should review everything beforehand, keep things moving, track attendance, and make sure everyone participates—not just sits there!Perfect for: Front-line caregivers, healthcare administrators who provide staff training, nursing staff, and anyone seeking to provide dignified, effective dementia care. Read more