April 30, 2015
New Education Specialist
Amy Wooldridge, LPN is our new Education Specialist for the Schmieding Home Caregiver Training Program. Amy is the mother of 4 children, two boys and two girls. Her oldest son is studying geology at AR Tech University and her 3 younger children attend school in Ft Smith. She has been a nurse for over 10…
April 22, 2015
In Home Assistant Course April 27 – May 8
This course provides basic instruction on caregiving in the home. Participants receive information and skill training necessary for providing support and assist to older adults requiring minimal to moderate assistance.
December 5, 2014
Home Care Assistant course February 2 – 18
This course provides information and instruction on how to provide care for individuals who need moderate to maximum assistance. Participants learn to perform more advanced caregiving skills, such as using a mechanical lift. Graduates of this course can perform routine nursing related services for private home care agencies, home health agencies and in other healthcare…
General Information Session Jan 29, 2014
If you are interested in becoming a Certified Caregiver, we invite you to attend our next General Information Session, January 29th at 10:00 a.m. Phone 479-478-8819 to register.
General Information Session January 20, 2014
If you are interested in becoming a Certified Caregiver, we invite you to attend our next General Information Session, January 20th at 10:00 a.m. Phone 479-478-8819 to register.
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Training Jan 26 – 28
This course provides information and instruction on how to provide support and care for a person with dementia. Participants learn the types and causes of dementia, diseases and conditions frequently associated with dementia, and practical tips on managing challenging behaviors such as wandering and resistance to daily hygiene.
In Home Assistant course scheduled Jan 5 -16
This course provides basic instruction on caregiving in the home. Participants receive information and training necessary for providing support to older adults requiring minimal to moderate assistance.
October 24, 2014
General Information Session – December 4, 2014
If you are interested in becoming a Certified Caregiver, we invite you to attend our next General Information Session, December 4th at 10:00 a.m.
Family Caregiver Workshop – Dementia Care Skills
A FREE 2-day workshop is scheduled for December 2nd and 3rd. This workshop provides and overview of information on dementia and caregiving for anyone providing unpaid care for an older adult with dementia. To register or for more information, please phone 479-478-8819.
Family Caregiver Workshop – Physical Skills
A FREE 2-day workshop is scheduled for November 18th and 19th. This workshop is designed to increase family members’ knowledge of basic caregiving topics and will focus on the physical aspects of caring for a geriatric family member in the home. To register or for more information, please phone 479-478-8819.