Classes
We are bringing comforting touch to the community through in-service sessions at nursing homes, classes for licensed massage therapists, and workshops for family caregivers.
CLASSES 2013
Bridgeview Nursing Home
Whitestone, NY
June 19, 2013
All-day event providing in-service classes plus on-site massage for staff.
Menorah Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care
Brooklyn, NY
May 6, 2013
All-day event providing in-service classes plus on-site massage for staff.
April 2013
Three-part class for licensed massage therapists interested in providing comforting touch for people with dementia. Included a supervised internship at Lutheran Augustana Center in Brooklyn, NY.
Kateri Residence
New York, NY
March 19, 2013
"Introduction to Skilled Touch” classes for certified nursing assistants (CNAs) throughout the day.
CLASSES 2012
Alzheimer’s Association of New York City
New York, NY
October 2012
Three-part class for family caregivers on providing comforting touch included: practicing techniques, reviewing benefits for givers as well as receivers, sharing challenges.