Lesson A - So What Is It?
Lesson B - 10 Early Signs of Alzheimer's Disease
Lesson C - Communication Strategies
Lesson D - Types of Aggression and Why it Might Occur
Lesson E - Aggression Among Those With Alzheimer's
Lesson F - Our Response to Aggression
Lesson G - Review Quiz
Staff Training • Michigan AFC CEU
Build confidence caring for residents living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Learn early signs, how thinking and behavior change over time, and practical strategies to communicate, prevent escalation, and respond safely to aggression in Adult Foster Care homes.
Review what dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are, how they differ, and what changes are happening in the brain that impact judgment, memory, and daily functioning for Adult Foster Care residents.
Explore common early warning signs, patterns of decline, and how to distinguish normal aging from dementia so Michigan AFC staff can respond early and document observations clearly.
Learn respectful communication techniques, cueing strategies, and ways to reduce confusion and fear, helping residents stay calmer, more oriented, and engaged in their care routines.
Understand why aggression and agitation may occur, common triggers in group living, and step-by-step approaches for de-escalation that protect residents, staff, and the provider’s regulatory standing.
This course supports safer Adult Foster Care environments by helping staff understand the lived experience of dementia and Alzheimer’s, respond with empathy, and protect residents and providers from avoidable incidents.
