Course Descriptions
Below is a brief overview of the courses offered by The Insights Institute. All are available to you, no matter which learning track interests you. Depending upon the number of hours your industry requires, you can choose one ten hour course or divide the hours between several topics.
The Point of View Workshop: Coping with Vision Loss
A close look at all aspects of age and disease related vision loss. An interactive, problem solving approach to communication, coping, care giving and independent living skills. We will discuss myths and stereotypes, media portrayals of people with disabilities and your own experiences. You will learn how to effectively, respectfully assist and accommodate a person with low or no vision, and learn a whole new point of view.
Course length: Ten (10) hours.
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Assistive Technology Solutions
An informative overview of the types of adaptive aids available and where to get them. A hands-on look at gadgets and gizmos for high tech, low tech and no tech skill levels. A great way to find some useful solutions that make life a little easier….for everyone!
Course length: Five (5) hours
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Disability Dynamics
An examination of the social and psychological impact of disability. Not clinical or dry, this class is for those who provide compassionate care, and who want to understand some of the personal issues that face people with disabilities every day. We’ll discuss abuse prevention, caregiver burnout and coping strategies for families as well as health care providers.
Course length: Ten (10) hours
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In-Home Insights
How to enhance the home environment for comfort safety and accessibility. Tips for every room in the house that anyone can use. How to customize the home or workplace to accommodate any special needs.
Course length: Five (5) hours
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Nutritional Insights: Healthy Eating, Healthy Aging
Nutritional insights just for our aging population. We’ll explore barriers to healthy eating, beneficial foods for both body and brain health, cooking techniques and how to decipher those confusing nutrition labels. We’ll even exchange recipes. A fun class for care providers struggling with identifying healthy food options and smart cooking strategies.
Course length: Five (5) hours
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Look for more classes to be added to The Insights Institute catalog soon. If you are interested in a particular topic that you do not see listed, feel free to send us an email and submit a suggestion.
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