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CIP Caregiver Academy

September 30 - 2
CIP Caregiver Academy

After completion of all three days attendees will receive a CPR Certification, Training Certificate, and a stipend of $150.00.

Registration closes on September 26, 2022. Please sign up today!

About this event

Caregiver Academy Is Open To Anyone Who…

  • Is currently employed as a caregiver
  • Wants to become a part-time or full-time caregiver
  • Is informally caring for a loved one at home
  • Would like to learn about caregiving for personal reasons
  • Wants practical tips on giving quality care

We are reserving 20 seats for caregivers of veterans. We encourage you to attend whether or not you are currently providing care for veterans.

Goals

Prepare caregivers with the knowledge and skills in order to provide basic care duties for the elderly, medically fragile, or individuals with disabilities in a home environment. After completing this training, participants will be able to:

  • Communicate and interact in a therapeutic manner with clients and their family members
  • Protect, support, and promote the rights of clients
  • Provide care duties in a safe manner while practicing prevention strategies

 

Event Description

Lesson One: Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Lesson Two: Ethics of a Caregiver

Lesson Three: Infection Control and Medical Issues

Lesson Four: Caregiver Responsibilities

Lesson Five: Emergency Response

Lesson Six: Military Transitions

 

Refreshments and food will be provided.

After completion of all three days attendees will receive a CPR Certification, Training Certificate, and a stipend of $150.00.

Location

Ishpeming Armory

900 Palms Ave

Ishpeming, MI 49849

Date & time

Friday, Sept 30: 5pm-9pm

Saturday, Oct 1: 9am-3pm

Sunday, Oct 2: 1pm-6pm

*Attendance is required for all sessions in order to complete Caregiver Academy

Cost

Free!

Thank you to our event sponsors!

Want to become an event sponsor?

Our Caregiver Academy and other events are offered free of charge to participants, thanks to our wonderful partners and sponsors. If you’d like to sponsor an event like this one, please contact the CIP by filling out this form. Thank you for your support!

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