Wisconsin Caregiver Academy, UW-Green Bay

05/15/2026

Final Reminder: On Monday, join expert Sheri Fairman with Current of Care for The FISH Approach to Dementia Care, a model that helps care partners respond with clarity, calm, and connection.

Webinar Details:
📅 Monday, May 18
⏰ 10–11 AM
💲 Cost: $25

🔗 Register today: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/Dn6Augl7/the-fish-approach-to-dementia-care-communication-strategies-with-sheri-fairman-6a1KTS187ydS/overview

05/14/2026

✨ “Everything I need to succeed—clearly delivered.” ✨

Our Administrator Training Course through the Wisconsin Caregiver Academy just wrapped up a fantastic spring session—and once again, it was full. Congratulations to our graduates!!

Participants gained essential knowledge, practical tools, and confidence to lead effectively in their roles. The feedback speaks for itself, and we’re proud to support professionals making a difference every day.

If you missed the spring session, don’t worry—but don’t wait too long either. Fall courses are coming up, and spots fill quickly. https://www.uwgb.edu/wisconsin-caregiver-academy/administrators/administrator-training-course/

05/12/2026

Dementia‑related “behaviors” often leave caregivers feeling stuck — but what if we could understand the message behind them?

In one week, join expert Sheri Fairman with Current of Care for The FISH Approach to Dementia Care, a model that helps care partners respond with clarity, calm, and connection.

Webinar Details:
📅 Monday, May 18
⏰ 10–11 AM
💲 Cost: $25

🔗 Register today: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/Dn6Augl7/the-fish-approach-to-dementia-care-communication-strategies-with-sheri-fairman-6a1KTS187ydS/overview

05/04/2026

🚀 May Train‑the‑Trainer Courses | WI State Approved (Virtual & Hybrid)

Ready to become a Wisconsin state‑approved trainer? Join the Wisconsin Caregiver Academy this May and get certified to train caregivers within your organization.

✅ Approved by WI DHS & Training Registry
✅ Live instruction from expert nurses & firefighter/EMTs
✅ Allow you to become eligible to apply with the Community-Based Care and Treatment Training Registry as a trainer of the CBRF state curriculum.

📅 May Course Dates:
• Medication Administration – May 18–20 (2 days online + 1 day in‑person, Milwaukee area)
• First Aid & Choking – May 27 (1‑day online)
• Fire Safety – May 28 (1‑day online)
• Standard Precautions – May 29 (half‑day online)

🔗 Register here: https://www.uwgb.edu/wisconsin-caregiver-academy/trainers/becoming-a-trainer/

05/01/2026

The Fish Approach to Dementia Care: Meet The Presenter: Sheri Fairman, Current of Care LLC
With 15+ years supporting older adults and their care partners, Sheri brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to dementia care.

Her credentials include:
✨ Master's in Social Work
✨ Certified Independent Champion
✨ Teacher & Trainer with Teepa Snow's PAC
✨ Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional
✨ Founder of Dementia Care Solutions & Current of Care, LLC
✨ Developer of The FISH Approach communication model

Learn about The Fish Approach to Dementia Care and how to incorporate it into your work with patients on Monday, May 18 from 10 - 11 a., m. CST.

🔗Learn More and Register:
https://events.blackthorn.io/en/Dn6Aug|7/the-fish-approach-to-dementia-care-communication-strategies-with-sheri-fairman-6a1KTS187ydS/overview

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04/29/2026

One topic that can use more education with caregivers? Men's mental health. Learn more below!

Self‑Paced Course Now Available: Understanding Men’s Mental Health, Healing & Connection

✨ Designed for:
• Men exploring their own mental health
• Partners, employers, counselors, educators & supporters

💡 You’ll Learn:
• Why stigma keeps men silent
• How grief + father wounds impact emotional expression
• Practical tools for healing & connection
• How to better support yourself & the men in your life

Details:
🖥️ Virtual
⏱️ 2 Hours
🎓 0.2 CEUs / 2 CEHs
💲 $59

👤 Instructor: Sinclair Ceasar III — CEO of Sinclairity Consulting LLC, Founder of Healing Fathers, certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor and TEDx Speaker!

👉 Start anytime: https://www.uwgb.edu/continuing-education/

04/28/2026

What if behavior in dementia isn’t a problem—but communication?

That’s the heart of The FISH Approach, a refreshing and compassionate framework created by dementia care expert Sheri Fairman with Current of Care.

In this upcoming webinar, Sheri will teach how simple shifts in our words, tone, and response can:
🫶 Reduce escalation
🫶 Improve connection
🫶 Honor dignity
🫶 Support well‑being

This training is ideal for:
• Caregivers
• Assisted living staff
• Healthcare providers
• Dementia care partners

🎟 Join us May 18: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/Dn6Augl7/the-fish-approach-to-dementia-care-communication-strategies-with-sheri-fairman-6a1KTS187ydS/overview

04/23/2026

Burnout is real. Learn how to care for yourself, too, with this free, virtual course below.

Human service professionals are facing unprecedented levels of moral distress, burnout, and ethical strain. Don’t wait until you hit the breaking point—equip yourself with the tools to stay grounded, resilient, and ethically strong.

In two weeks, join Sheng-Lee-Yang for Ethics & Boundaries: Practicing Self‑Care in an Era of Moral Distress
🗓 April 24, 2026
⏰ 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
💲 Fee: $109
🎓 0.4 CEUs / 4 CEHs

This dynamic training empowers you to:
✅ Understand how human services work contributes to moral distress & burnout
✅ Build effective self‑care strategies that actually work
✅ Use the NASW Code of Ethics to navigate real‑world dilemmas with confidence
✅ Strengthen boundaries—professionally, ethically, and personally

If you work in human services, counseling, social work, or education, this is a must‑attend training. Register now to secure your virtual seat.

👉 Learn more and sign up today: https://www.uwgb.edu/continuing-education/ethics-and-boundaries/

04/21/2026

✅ Need Your 15 Hours of Continuing Education? We’ve Got You Covered.
Caregivers and administrators can complete their required 15 annual continuing education hours with self‑paced, online courses through the Wisconsin Caregiver Academy—anytime, anywhere.

🖥 Flexible, on‑demand format
✅ State‑approved courses
📚 Topics include medication administration, fire safety, resident rights, abuse prevention, and more

Perfect for busy professionals who want quality training on their own schedule.

👉 Explore courses & get started: https://www.uwgb.edu/wisconsin-caregiver-academy/caregivers/

04/21/2026

✨New Learning Opportunity for Caregivers & Professionals ✨

Join us on May 18 for an upcoming webinar designed to transform the way you understand and respond to dementia‑related behaviors. Sheri Fairman will introduce The FISH Approach to Dementia Care, a compassionate, communication‑based framework that helps care partners respond with clarity, confidence, and empathy—even in challenging moments.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:
• Understand behaviors as communication of unmet needs
• Adjust your responses to reduce stress and build support
• Create stronger, more meaningful interactions
• Use practical tools you can apply immediately

Webinar Details:
📅 Monday, May 18, 2026
⏰ 10–11 a.m.
💲 $25 per person

Whether you’re a family caregiver or a care professional, this webinar offers practical strategies that make a real difference.

👉 Register today to reserve your spot! https://events.blackthorn.io/en/Dn6Augl7/the-fish-approach-to-dementia-care-communication-strategies-with-sheri-fairman-6a1KTS187ydS/overview

04/16/2026

💙 Supporting Those Who Care for Others

Burnout is a growing challenge in healthcare—and it doesn’t have to be faced alone. Strategies for Preventing and Overcoming Burnout in Healthcare is a professional development course designed to help healthcare professionals recognize burnout, build resilience, and apply practical tools to support long‑term well‑being.

✔ Learn proven strategies to manage stress
✔ Strengthen resilience and work‑life balance
✔ Ideal for healthcare professionals at all stages

Prioritize your well‑being while continuing to provide quality care with this free, self-paced course.

👉 Learn more and register: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/Dn6Augl7/strategies-for-preventing-and-overcoming-burnout-in-healthcare-5a1KTSNlsxN/overview