Kupuna Education Center
Learning and Caring As We All Age…
September--December 2012
FAMILY CAREGIVER TRAINING
Kapi’olani Community College (KCC) is offering workshops designed specifically for family
caregivers interested in learning skills for the care of their elderly parents, spouse or relative. The
workshops are planned by the KCC Kupuna Education Center and are taught by experienced
health and elder care educators. Pre-registration is required and class sizes are limited.
Hands-On Skills for Family Caregivers
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Observe Skills Demonstration
Ask Questions and Get Answers
Practice Skills
Hear Helpful Hints and Techniques
Gain Confidence
Reduce Stress
Learn hands-on skills in three 2-hour workshops. Participants use the KCC Nursing Lab
facilities and learn how to assist an elder with a bed bath, incontinent care, dressing, oral care,
range of motion exercises and correct transfer techniques from the bed, chair and wheelchair.
Participants are encouraged to practice the skills. Class size is limited.
Instructors: Manu Maunupau, LPN and Ann Low PT, MCSP, an instructor in the KCC PT
Assistant program.
Course No.: 123HSFCG1 Course Fee: $25
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Sept 15, 22, 29
9:00 am-11:00 am
Kopiko 241
What Family Caregivers Want & Need to Know
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Receive Helpful Info, Resources and Tips
Learn How to Navigate the Local Aging Network
Exchange Ideas with Other Caregivers Like You
Gain Confidence
Reduce Stress
During five 2-hour workshops, participants learn practical and helpful ways to care for an elder
and how to make decisions about providing care to an elder at home. Topics include: normal
aging and common chronic health conditions, managing medications, nutrition and diet,
community services, legal and financial considerations, assisting with activities of daily living
such as dressing, bathing, eating, etc., memory exercises to keep the aging mind sharp, and tips
on caring for an elder with Alzheimer’s or other dementias.
Instructor: TBD
Course No.: 123HSFCG2 Course Fee: $40
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Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Kopiko 128
Elder Stay@Home, Home Care Worker Training
The Elder Stay@Home curriculum was developed by the Schmieding Center in Arkansas and
adapted by the Kupuna Education Center to train home care workers. There are 3 levels of
training plus a dementia unit and each level builds on the training of the previous level. Students
receive classroom instruction, skills demonstration, and practice. To receive a KCC certificate,
students must have a cumulative score of 80% or above on all assigned work and exams and give
a successful return demonstration of required skills. Upon successful completion of each level of
training, the student will receive a certificate from KCC which may be used to apply for
employment at home care agencies or to increase their skill in caring for their own family elders.
Scholarships Available: Hawaii Pacific Gerontological Society at www.hpgs.org has full
scholarships and the Kupuna Education Center has partial scholarships. Attend the Orientation
for more information.
To apply call 734-9108 and attend Orientation on September 13 or October 1, 5:00-7:00 pm in
Kopiko 240.
Level I: Elder Pal
Students who successfully complete the 25 hour Elder Pal level of training achieve a level of
competency appropriate for providing care to individuals in need of supervision and minimal
assistance with activities of daily living. Elder Pal graduates are trained to provide age
appropriate companionship, safety and support in the home or assisted living setting. Students
receive classroom instruction and skills demonstration and practice.
Prerequisites: 18 years or older, TB Test, successful application. Course Fee includes Student
Workbook, DVD and loaned textbook.
Instructors: Toni Hathaway, LSW, a social worker and education coordinator for the KCC
Kupuna Education Center with experience in caregiver support programs, case management for
elders, and home care worker training and an RN instructor.
Course No.: 123HSHCW1 Course Fee:
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Days Dates
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T, Th Sept 25, 27, Oct 2, 4
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Sept 29, Oct 6
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T, Th Oct 16, 18, 23, 25
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Oct 20, 27
$170
Time
5:00 pm-9:30 pm
8:00 am-5:00pm
5:00 pm-9:30 pm
8:00 am-5:00pm
Room
Kopiko 240
Kopiko 240
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease Training
This 16 hour class provides education that focuses on the care needs of persons with dementia.
Various types of dementia are reviewed with person-centered care featured. Caregivers learn
special techniques to care for an elder with dementia.
Prerequisites: Completion of Elder Pal Training, CNA certification or by permission. Course
Fee includes Student Workbook.
Instructors: Toni Hathaway, LSW and RN instructor
Course No.: 123HSHCW4 Course Fee:
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Nov 5, 7
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Nov 10
$90
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5:00 pm-9:30 pm
8:00 am-5:00pm
Room
Kopiko 240
Level II: Personal Care Assistant
Students who successfully complete the 25 hour Personal Care Assistant level of training achieve
a level of competency appropriate for providing “hands-on” care for individuals who need
minimal to moderate assistance with activities of daily living. The Personal Care Assistant
training builds on the Elder Pal training by providing additional information on subject matter,
skills instruction and return demonstration. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level I Elder
Pal.
Course Fee includes Student Workbook, DVD and loaned textbook.
Instructors: Toni Hathaway, LSW & RN instructor
Course No.: 123HSHCW2 Course Fee:
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Days Dates
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T, Th Nov 27, 29 Dec 4, 6
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Dec 1, 8
$170
Time
5:00 pm-9:30 pm
8:00 am-5:00pm
Room
Kopiko 240
Transfer Workshop for Home Care Workers, CNAs, and Family Caregivers
Do you need to brush up on your transfer skills? This 3-hour workshop will provide you with
the correct transfer techniques of an elder from the bed, chair, wheelchair, and car. All
participants will practice the skills with assistance from Ann Low, PT and the students in the
KCC PTA program. Students will receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Instructor: Ann Low PT, MCSP is an instructor in the KCC PT Assistant program.
Course No.: 123HSHCW5 Course Fee: $35
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Days Dates
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Oct 20
1:00pm-4:00pm
Kopiko 242
Active Aging
Fall Prevention
Injuries from falling are a growing epidemic among older adults. Thirty percent of those over 65
fall annually. After 80, fifty percent fall annually. This is a major reason for hospitalization and
premature nursing home placement. What causes a person to fall? You will learn about
resources, what you can do to prevent falls and how exercises can help increase your flexibility,
strength and tolerance. Included is a pre and post evaluation of your risk for falls. Participants
with significant balance problems should be accompanied by a family member or caregiver at no
extra fee.
Instructor: Ann Low PT, MCSP is an instructor in the KCC PT Assistant program.
Course No.: 123HSAA2
Course Fee: $30
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Nov 10, 17, Dec 1
10:30 am-12:30 pm Kauila 202-204
(No class on Nov 24)
To Register Call: 734-9211
For More Information on Kupuna Education Center Programs:
Check Out Our Website: www.kupunaeducation.com
or
Call 734-9108:
Toni Hathaway, LSW
Education Coordinator
Kapi’olani CC
Email: hathaway@hawaii.edu
Kupuna Connections
KCC’s TV Series for Hawaii’s Seniors & Their Families
Hosted by Cullen Hayashida & Toni Hathaway
Channel 52 & 55 – Community Access TV
Broadcast Statewide
Check our Website or Call for the Latest Schedule
Call 734-9108 to suggest topics you would like to see.
Topics may include:
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Exercise Do’s and Don’ts
Managing Your Medications
Home Modifications to Age-in-Place
Affordable Home Repair Loan Program
Managing Arthritis Pain
Self Management of Respiratory Problems
And many more…