CARES® Online Dementia Care Training is a nationally recognized, award-winning, evidence-informed set of programs to improve your dementia-care skills. Each program includes training in the evidence-based, 5-step CARES Approach, engaging content, interactive activities, and real-life videos (no actors) of actual staff, experts, families, and people living with dementia.
CARES® Dementia Certification™ is an award-winning program that recognizes and tests your knowledge and understanding in different areas of person-centered dementia care. Earn 1 certification, or earn all 10. Certification is included at no additional cost with any CARES purchase. Learn More
CARES® Dementia Specialist™ (C.D.S.) Credential is awarded by completing the entire 40-hour CARES training curriculum. Use C.D.S. after your name, on your name badge, and on your resume as recognition for completing the highest quality dementia credentialing program in the country. Learn More
This program builds on the CARES® 5-Step Method and focuses on the activities of daily living (ADLs) across all levels of thinking decline (early-stage to late-stage) in the challenging care areas of eating, toileting, and bathing. Learn More
This program builds on the CARES® 5-Step Method and and describes the 7 types of elder abuse, how to recognize signs of abuse, and ways to help prevent elder abuse. The program also provides local and national resources. Learn More
This program builds on the CARES® 5-Step Method with a focus on those caring for a loved one living at home, in an independent living setting, or in assisted living. It includes many practical strategies, tips, and instruction in the CARES® Approach. Learn More
Would you like to use the C.D.S. credential after your name for professional purposes? Earn your C.D.S. credential by completing the entire 40-hour CARES® 5-step method curriculum. Learn new skills, demonstrate knowledge, become a specialist, and get recognized professionally. Learn More
