Special Townhall Meeting – Holidays (Older Adults/LTC)

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Thank you to those who joined us for our second Older Adults/LTC community of practice meeting!

In this meeting, we discussed our the upcoming holiday season. We shared ideas and resources for programming, decorating, and other challenges we are facing during the season due to COVID-19.

BCTRA Town Hall Meeting – Older Adults

Thank you to those who joined us for our first Older Adults/LTC community of practice meeting! In this meeting, we discussed our successes/challenges related to COVID-19 in the areas of: virtual programming group program adaptations entertainment 1:1 programming special events/holidays staff morale A written summary of the meeting can be viewed HERE, and a recording […]

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Seminar

There is a conference coming up on March 1, 2019 in Bellingham.
More information can be found at www.PtarmiganWest.com

This course is pre-approved through NCTRC for .7 CEUs (7 hours).

Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Seminar
March 1, 2019 (Friday)
Bellingham,  WA    LaQuinta Inn & Suites
8:00-4:30

 This is the required course to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) through the National  Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.

Introduction to CARF Aging Services Accreditation

Complimentary Webinar: Introduction to CARF Aging Services Accreditation To help your organization become familiar with the CARF accreditation process, CARF is offering this complimentary webinar. Attend to receive an introductory look at what CARF is, how the survey process works, and the benefits of accreditation. We invite staff and management from aging services organizations of […]

Canadian Fall Prevention Curriculum Course

If you are a health professional who works with older adults, this five-week online course will help you to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to apply an evidence-based approach to the prevention of falls and fall-related injuries. The revised 2017 version of the Canadian Fall Prevention Curriculum reflects current evidence on fall risk assessment […]

THE HOGEWEYK CARE CONCEPT (DEMENTIA VILLAGE) SEMINAR

It’s the most talked about concept in dementia care in the world. A new way of care for people with advanced dementia. Now, it’s your chance to hear the founder himself talk about this original model. And your chance to talk directly to them. Get advice on social inclusion, engagement, how to keep people with […]

CTRA Conference: May 24-26

Join us for the CTRA Conference: "Gaining TRaction: Growing Stronger, Growing Together" May 24-26, 2017 in beautiful Kelowna, BC! Message from the Planning Committee: Kelowna, BC would like to welcome all of you to our beautiful, adventurous, and wonderful city. Home to some of the greatest grapes around, which of course turn into wine, featuring […]

Renew your BCTRA membership for 2017-2018 by May 15th!

2017-2018 BCTRA Membership! Your BCTRA Membership expires April 1, 2017. Beginning March 15th and until May 15th you will be able to renew your membership & be in good standing for the April 1, 2017 - March 31, 2018 Membership Year. Renewing is easy; follow these steps: 1.      Go to www.bctra.org and login with username and password 2.      Update […]

Complimentary Webinar: Introduction to CARF Aging Services Accreditation

To help your organization become familiar with the CARF accreditation process, CARF is offering this complimentary webinar. Attend to receive an introductory look at what CARF is, how the survey process works, and the benefits of accreditation. We invite staff and management from organizations of all sizes and types, including Adult Day Services, Networks, Assisted […]

BCTRA Webinar: Responding to Trauma Exposure & Workplace Distress in Recreation Service Settings

Responding to Trauma Exposure & Workplace Distress in Recreation Service Settings April 20th, 2017 12:00pm to 1:00pm Session Description: Professionals and volunteers in recreation therapy settings who work with people who have experienced major life stressors will, sooner or later, encounter clients who have experienced post traumatic growth. What may be less clear is how professional helpers […]

BCTRA Webinar: Trauma Informed Practice in Recreation Therapy Services and Settings

Trauma Informed Practice in Recreation Therapy Services and Settings April 13th 2017 12:00 to 1:00pm What does it mean to be trauma informed in your recreation therapy practice?  How do you integrate a trauma-informed perspective into your everyday interactions with the people you serve? What does a trauma-informed care setting look like? Join this one-hour webinar […]