Knowledge gains and intent to change practice patterns after the Leveraging Existing Abilities in Dementia (LEAD)™ Training Program

Few investigations have examined dementia training programs for rehabilitation professionals. To address this, the Leveraging Existing Abilities in Dementia (LEAD) program was developed and examined with a pilot study. LEAD addressed dementia knowledge; the Strength-Based Approach; strategies for co...

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Published in:Dementia (London, England) England), 2021-02, Vol.20 (2), p.814-825
Main Authors: Dawson, Nicole, Judge, Katherine S, Trapuzzano, Ashleigh
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Few investigations have examined dementia training programs for rehabilitation professionals. To address this, the Leveraging Existing Abilities in Dementia (LEAD) program was developed and examined with a pilot study. LEAD addressed dementia knowledge; the Strength-Based Approach; strategies for communication, recognizing behaviors, and learning techniques; and documentation. Participants completed pre-program, post-program, and three-month follow-up questionnaires assessing confidence, practice patterns, and dementia knowledge. Confidence and use of treatment strategies increased through the three-month follow-up and dementia knowledge significantly increased following training. LEAD positively impacted rehabilitation professionals’ knowledge, confidence, and use of evidence-based treatment strategies. Implications of LEAD and future research are discussed.
ISSN:1471-3012
1741-2684
DOI:10.1177/1471301219891562