FBA & RBT for Dementia & Alzheimer’s
Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) & Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Services for Dementia & Alzheimer’s Patients
Function First ABA utilizes techniques such as behavior assessment & analysis, poAt Function First ABA, we take a compassionate and personalized approach to supporting individuals with Dementia and Alzheimer’s.
As a practice certified through the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP), we understand the unique challenges that come with caring for a loved one with memory-related disorders.
Through the use of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), we offer an innovative and effective method for managing behaviors associated with Dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Our practice specializes in providing 1:1 support for patients, offering comprehensive and uniquely tailored treatment plans. Utilizing evidence-based methodologies, we focus on maintaining skills such as self-help, language, receptive communication, executive functioning, and working memory.
How ABA Can Help Dementia Patients
Unlike traditional ABA interventions that focus on teaching new skills, our goal with Dementia and Alzheimer’s patients is to maintain the existing skills that your loved one already has.
By applying ABA strategies, we can support behaviors that promote independence, minimize frustration, and enhance the quality of life for patients and their caregivers.
Our trained staff and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) are well-versed in supporting patients and their families with effective strategies, including environmental enrichment, visual supports, priming, positive reinforcement, redirection, and more.
Each care plan is uniquely designed to address the needs of the patient while empowering families with tools and guidance to enhance their loved one’s quality of life.
The FBA Process
The cornerstone of our service is the Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA).
This comprehensive assessment helps us to understand why certain behaviors are occurring and what environmental factors might be contributing to them.
For Dementia and Alzheimer’s patients, this means closely observing how they interact with their surroundings, caregivers, and other family members.
After conducting an FBA, we will develop a customized behavior intervention plan tailored specifically to your loved one’s needs.
The plan will include proactive strategies to maintain positive behaviors and address challenging ones. Through this process, we strive to help your loved one maintain their sense of autonomy and dignity.
ABA Techniques for Dementia Care
Our approach includes the use of several proven ABA techniques, including:
Token Systems: To motivate and reinforce desired behaviors.
Visual Supports: To help with memory retention and daily task navigation.
Priming: Preparing patients for transitions and daily activities to reduce anxiety.
Response Interruption & Redirection: Gently interrupting harmful or disruptive behaviors and redirecting them towards more positive activities.
And more!
These strategies are designed not only to assist the patient but also to ease the caregiving process for families.
Support for Caregivers
Caregiving for someone with Dementia or Alzheimer’s can be overwhelming.
At Function First ABA, we offer customized caregiver training to help you feel more confident and supported in managing your loved one’s behaviors.
Our training programs will give you practical tools, tailored to your unique family dynamic, to better manage your loved one’s daily needs.
Through these techniques, we aim to create an environment where the individual feels understood, and caregivers feel empowered to provide the best support possible.
Contact Us for Care
For more information about our FBA and RBT services for Dementia and Alzheimer’s patients, please contact us today.
Together, we can create a behavior support plan that ensures your loved one receives the compassionate and individualized care they deserve.