Welcome to Community Training Connection for Staff!

Postural supports are devices and other tools you may encounter frequently in residential care. Postural supports include anything used to help a person maintain their balance, keep their body in a  certain position, or keep parts of their body aligned properly. While postural supports can be a useful—and often necessary—tool it is easy for them to be applied incorrectly or misused in ways that are prohibited by CCLD regulations. Read more

It is essential that residential facilities are equipped and ready to respond to disasters that endanger the lives of residents and staff, and damage property. While not all disasters may be anticipated, studies demonstrate that preparation, knowing how to respond when a disaster strikes, and remaining calm and flexible can save lives and reduce physical damage. Read more

A person’s psychosocial needs are just as important as their physical needs. A resident in a long-term care facility has the same need to feel worthwhile, loved, and secure in their relationships as anyone else. Though for some it may be more difficult, having these needs met can contribute to their overall health and quality of life. This course discusses the effects of aging on psychosocial well-being, identifies seven dimensions of wellness, and describes practical ways to support the psychosocial needs of residents. Though health and functional capacity decline with age, quality of life does not have to. Read more

Through the course of this program, students will learn about how to provide personal care and supervision to the people in their care.  They will also cover areas to help them do their job better as they focus on meeting the care needs of the residents. Courses fulfill 24 hours of online training requirements and include the following topics required in the initial 20 hours of training prior to working independently with residents. (16 hours of hands-on training must be completed by appropriate facility staff.) Understanding Elders Physical Changes Psychosocial Needs Activities of Daily Living Medications (including Antipsychotic and Psychotropic medications) Infection Control Dementia Care Residents' Rights LGBTQ Issues Recognizing and Reporting Abuse Restricted and Prohibited Postural Supports Hospice Care Read more

This two-hour course explains laws and regulations pertaining to mandated reporters.  This course discusses who is a mandated reporter, what constitutes abuse and the consequences of not reporting. It also highlights some tips for spotting signs of abuse. Read more

Title 22 describes 22 personal rights that protect the residents of ARFs. Protecting resident’s rights is your responsibility in order to help them remain as independent as possible and maintain their dignity. These rights are in place to protect residents from intentional or unintentional harm or abuse, and to ensure that each person’s needs are heard. Read more