Welcome to Journey Training!
Journey of Discovery for Families and Loved Ones is a 9-part self-guided Internet resource that builds on a body of work called Validation, developed by Naomi Feil, M.S., A.C.S.W..

The National Director of Memory Care Services for Sunrise Senior Living, Rita Altman, R.N., B.S.N., is one of four Validation Masters worldwide. Her knowledge and desire to educate caregivers so they can more effectively with those affected by dementia drove the development of "Journey of Discovery".
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Journey Training

Welcome to Journey of Discovery:
for Families and Loved Ones

Introducing the Journey: A self-study for communicating with loved ones who have Alzheimer's disease & dementia.

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Part 1: Introduction
Part 2: Centering
Part 3: Personhood
Part 4: Building Bridges
Part 5: Learning the Language
Part 6: Connecting Behaviors with Needs
Part 7: Meaning & Purpose for Your Loved One
Part 8: Meaning & Purpose for You
Part 9: The Hope to Look Forward