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The Reading2Connect® Long-Term Care Course is designed for employees/volunteers in settings such as skilled nursing, memory care, and assisted living. It equips participants to support self-directed, independent reading for individuals with cognitive changes—skills applicable across all care and social interactions with older adults. With a one-time purchase, the care community receives lifetime access to the course—no subscription required. All future employees, volunteers, or assistants may access the training using the original login credentials, thus keeping the program thriving for years to come. Grounded in Montessori principles, the course teaches trainees to use our age/dementia friendly books to: -- Support resident-led, peer eading groups -- Enrich events, holidays, and themed activities -- Incorporate humor, music, skits, and spirituality in elder-led programs -- Enhance visits with family and friends (in person or remote) -- Develop volunteer, student, and intergenerational programs -- Support media and multi-sensory engagement with a related book -- Respond compassionately to those in distress -- Encourage a sense of belonging and representation for all individuals. -- Make reading a meaningful part of daily life Trainees receive a Reading2Connect® Certified Facilitator certificate upon completion and three NCCAP CEUs. Printed handouts and your Reading2Connect® books will be mailed in bound booklets.