Managing an Activities Program

Course Code: REL-PAC-0-MAP

Hours: 0.5

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024

Learning Objectives:
Assess and develop an activities program or department by identifying resources and interests
Plan a variety of group and club activities around resident interests.
Identify at least three communication techniques to create participation in group activities.

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: The Building Blocks

Where to Start

Review

Summary

Section 3: It Takes a Village

Benefits of Groups

Tried and True

Clubs

Food

Morning Activities

Afternoon and Evening Activities

Review

Summary

Section 4: Communication

Communication Techniques

Disinterest

Review

Summary

Section 5: Conclusion

Summary

Course Contributor

References

Congratulations!

Instructor: Kim Matthews, RN

Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998.  Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry.  Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management.  Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.