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March 20, 2025 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $10.00
presents:
at
Menno Haven Life Center
300 Ridgeview, Chambersburg, PA 17201
November 7, 2024
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sessions are every 30 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your time slot to sign-in.
Cost: $10
This program is made possible by The Donald B. and Dorothy L. Stabler Foundation
Availability is limited.
Here’s what people are saying about the experience:
“Very immersive experience. Gave a real feel for how individuals experience cognitive difficulties and executive functioning.”
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“This training was the most impactful learning experience I’ve had in a longtime. I have a new understanding of my mother’s experiences.”
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“Fabulous experience. Love how I can feel what it’s like so I can apply that experience to supporting others.”
Description:
In this immersive experience, you’ll step into the world of dementia, gaining a firsthand understanding of the cognitive and sensory challenges faced by individuals living with this condition. Through the use of specialized gear and interactive exercises, participants learn practical approaches to effectively respond to the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral needs of those with dementia. A powerful group discussion follows, providing a space to reflect and deepen your understanding. Take-home tools are included to support improved communication, care practices, and the creation of dementia-friendly environments. Participants leave with enhanced empathy and insights to foster compassionate, effective care.
Target Audience:
This training is ideal for caregivers, healthcare providers, social service professionals, and community members who support individuals with dementia. It offers valuable insights and skills for anyone seeking to enhance their understanding and empathy in providing respectful, person-centered care for those living with cognitive impairments.
Safety Precautions:
The Dementia Live Experience is not appropriate for individuals who appear to have a cognitive impairment, are intoxicated, have anxiety, poor balance, seizures, are pregnant, have impaired mobility that requires use of cane or walker, or are severely impaired with hearing or vision loss.
Waiver/Release Form:
Please note that participants will be required to sign a waiver/release agreement to participate in this training. If you would like to view a copy of the waiver/release statement prior to the training, please email trainings@penncares.org.
Parking:
Please park behind the building off of Village Parkway. When entering the parking lot, the parking will be to the left.
Questions? Contact Allison Fisher at trainings@penncares.org.
PennCares Support Services has been recognized as an
Education Partner.
PennCares Cancellation Policy
- PennCares Support Services reserves the right to cancel an event due to low enrollment or other circumstances which would make the event non-viable.
- PennCares reserves the right to substitute course instructors as necessary.
- If PennCares cancels an event, registrants will be offered a full refund.
Postponement: Should circumstances arise that result in the postponement of an event, registrants will have the option to either receive a full refund or transfer registration to the same event at the new, future date.
Substitutions and Transfers: We understand that circumstances may occur to prevent you from attending a training. If you find that you are unable to attend one of PennCares’ trainings, you have several options:
- Send a substitute: Substitutions are accepted as long as a written request is received. Substitutions may be made without penalty provided the original registrant contacts PennCares at trainings@penncares.org to request this change.
- Transfer to another course: Transfers are accepted up to the day of the event as long as a written request is received. In the event the registrant cannot attend a scheduled course for which he or she is enrolled, registration can be transferred to another course.
- Refund of monies: Requests for refunds must be made in writing and received by the training refund deadline stated on the training registration form. (See below for cancellation policy).
Registration Cancellation by Participant
- Unless specifically stated on registration materials, the deadline to request a refund for your registration is 5 business days before the event.
- Registration cancellations requested prior to the deadline will be eligible to receive a refund less a 5% administration fee. *
- Cancellations received less than 5 business days before the event will not be eligible for a refund and will be billed for the total cost.
- Registered no-shows are not eligible for a refund and will be billed the total cost.
- Cancellations will be accepted via e-mail to trainings@penncares.org and must be received by the stated cancellation deadline.
- All refund requests must be made by the attendee/payee.
- Refund requests must include the name of the attendee, the training date, and payment method.
These above policies apply to all PennCares trainings unless otherwise noted in the corresponding event materials. Please read all individual event information thoroughly.