| The Advocacy Alliance |
Advocacy |
This training provides an overview of Advocacy by definition, form and application. This training features: Self-advocacy by definition, movement, and position statement; Lobbying by definition, movement, and position statement; How advocacy and lobbying efforts benefit individuals with developmental disabilities. (Basic) |
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| The Advocacy Alliance |
Aging & Developmental Disabilities |
This training provides an overview of normal aging and the special considerations and recommendations for caregivers. This training features: Normal aging as a process; Special needs of aging individuals with developmental disabilities; Special considerations and recommendations for caregivers. (Basic) |
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| The Advocacy Alliance |
Alzheimer’s Disease |
This training provides an overview of Alzheimer’s disease. This training features: The relationship between Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) & Dementia; The progression of AD, including the characteristics of each stage of the disease; The impact of AD experienced byby individuals with developmental disabilities; How to meet the nutritional, emotional, and personal care needs of the individual with AD; Effective strategies for communicating with individuals with AD. (Intermediate) |
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| The Advocacy Alliance |
American Red Cross Quick Reference Guide for 911 Emergency Situations |
This training identifies emergency situations as outlined by the American Red Cross that are considered potentially life threatening. This training features: The importance of a caregiver taking three emergency action steps such as checking the scene, calling 911, and providing care; The caregiver role with access to 911; Performance action steps for caregivers; Recognition of life threatening illnesses/injuries. (Basic) |
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| The Advocacy Alliance |
Anaphylaxis |
This training discusses causes, risk factors, symptoms, prevention and treatment strategies of Anaphylaxis. This training features: Anaphylaxis by definition and symptoms; Causes and risk factors; Diagnostic testing; Prevention and treatment strategies. (Basic) |
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| The Advocacy Alliance |
Anorexia Nervosa |
This training provides an overview of an eating disorder. This training features: Anorexia Nervosa by definition; Causes, symptoms, and complications; Treatment options and support strategies for implementation. (Basic) |
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| The Advocacy Alliance |
Asthma Basics |
This training provides an overview of a respiratory illness. This training features: The physiology of the lungs and how Asthma alters pulmonary function; Types of Asthma; Signs and symptoms of Asthma; Different treatments for Asthma; Preventative plan for managing Asthma. Basic |
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| The Advocacy Alliance |
Augmentative & Alternative Communication |
This training provides participants with an overview of Augmentative and Alternative Communication. Communication disorders will be identified. This training features: The need for ACC; Types of ACC, aided and unaided; Evaluations for ACC by team members; ACC resources by Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology. Basic |
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| The Advocacy Alliance |
Autism |
This training provides participants with an overview of Autism. Symptoms of Autism will be identified and strategies for the caregiver will be explored. This training features: An introduction to Autism; Symptoms and characteristics; The causes, theories, and treatment options. (Basic) |
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| The Advocacy Alliance |
Bed Bugs |
This training provides participants with an overview of Bed Bugs. This training features: Definition and identification of Bed Bugs; Review of the historical perspective; Discussion of the life cycle of Bed Bugs; Identification of hiding spots and and signs of infestation; Prevention and treatment. Basic |
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