Validation Training Institute (VTI) is a nonprofit founded in 1984. Validation improves connection between caregivers and older adults living with dementia.
Springfield, OR
Joined June 2016
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"Associating value and worth with only young age comes at a cost. Older adults are just as worthy and valuable as people of any other age in our society." #OldPeopleAreCool #gerotwitter
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Learn the benefits of 'centering' yourself and how #Caregivers can reduce stress and increase feelings of competence when integrating a #SelfCare practice into their daily care routine.
Our Executive Director Vicki de Klerk-Rubin wrote this guest blog post for the @NCOAging to help support #caregivers! Learn why relationships improve between the care receiver and care giver when just a few key communication skills are used.
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#caregiving
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What a year! Our incredible #ActivitiesStrong speakers and supporters helped us inform, educate and empower activity and life enrichment professionals with free, high quality training. Check out our full 2022 calendar:
activitiesstrong.com/virtual…
#gerotwitter #seniorliving #webinars
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Be sure to read this follow up article on Resident-Directed Care and the Citizenship model for senior living and contribute to the conversation.
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There is still time to register for our December 8th symposium (the sessions will be recorded and available on demand to registrants a few weeks after the live webinar - including CEs, if you can't attend on the 8th)! To learn more and to register, go to: pioneernetwork.net/envisioni…
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Enrollment for the IPPI QIP project is open through the end of 2021 or until the 45 spots are filled. Coaching and materials are provided through May 31, 2022. Learn More! Watch our IPPI QIP introductory webinar here! ow.ly/Fzys50GQbk1
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We partnered with @ScrippsOMA to create this free helpful tip sheet on resident engagement and #creative expression! Download this resource today and hear more from the OMA team on December 7th during our #ActivitiesStrong Virtual Winter Gathering: marketing.linkedsenior.co/gu…
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This month is National Family Caregivers Month! It is important to recognize these individuals and thank them for the care they provide #FamilyCaregiversMonth #QualityCare #PBL
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Hear from residents as they share their experiences as empowered Elders along with representatives from organizations focused on raising the voice of Elders. To learn more and to register, go to pioneernetwork.net/envisioni…
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In this article, Kimberly VanHaitsma and colleagues review the state of the science on meaningful outcomes and workforce development in PCC, and discuss what is needed to ensure that person-centered LTSS becomes a universal reality. Read the article here! ow.ly/uz1u50GGe5i
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Brian is back to share a message of thanks - and some ideas from a very personal perspective on how to make the holidays the best they can be for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. youtu.be/_7zqjTZYUBM
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If you’re a care partner to someone with #dementia, consider these five ways to ease your #stress & nourish your #wellbeing. New Article Online: bit.ly/3wB2MRh Find more articles in our Focus on Care Partners series in our Live Well article archive.
#Caregiver #SelfCare
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We are hosting the 2nd Annual #ActivitiesStrong Virtual Winter Gathering with our friends @ActivityConnect @theNAAP and @nccaporg on December 7th this year starting at 1pm EST! Earn up to 3 free NAB, NCCAP, NCCDP and/or NCTRC CEU credits. Register today: marketing.linkedsenior.co/ac…
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Last month, at Sunrise of Westtown, PA, the Palmers celebrated their 53rd anniversary! The happy couple spent the day sharing stories and memories together.
Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference? Consider joining the Sunrise family: bit.ly/3xZzuej
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Join Pioneer Network as we come together at the end of the year to share a vision and make plans for 2022. Consider including your team in the conversation by joining us as an organization? pioneernetwork.net/envisioni…
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The Ohio Person-Centered Care Coalition is hosting a free webinar event that will explore three pillars within senior living and person-centered care. Sign up today for "Mapping Pathways to Person-Centered Care" on Wednesday, November 10th from 1 - 4:30! ow.ly/SUxF50GBK0O
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Check out the new online training developed by @validationhelps to help family members and caregivers better communicate with their loved ones living with #dementia
#dementiacare #dementiasupport #dementiacaregiver
We have launched a new, on-demand digital course called Skill Building Blocks! There are 6 “blocks” in this program that each provide 30 minutes of instruction on basic Validation techniques. Get started today: vfvalidation.org/news/2021/1…
#gerotwitter #dementia #caregiving #aging
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We are working with up to 45 nursing homes to participate in a QIP based on the evidence-based Individualized Positive Psychosocial Intervention. The project is ready to incorporate in your community's QAPI program. View the IPPI webinar to learn more here ow.ly/XK9j50Gr8hf
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Sign up today for our CONNECTIONS NEWSLETTER - next issue delivered this Thursday!bit.ly/3lcocQz
#Dementia #DementiaCarePartner #AlzheimersCaregiver #DementiaResearch
#DementiaPrevention #Caregiver #LiveWell
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A wonderful post by our colleague, Sonya Barness @SonyaBtheRG, "The System is Broken and Needs a New Paradigm", where she recommends a new paradigm to ensure that the nursing home system is based on person-centered values. pioneernetwork.net/the-syste…