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Program Overview

GPA Recharged is an interactive review of the Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) Basics program, designed as a refresher for participants who have completed the GPA Basics program within the previous two years. This workshop enhances the skill set learned in GPA Basics, allowing participants to continue to provide compassionate, person-centred and self-protective care.

Facilitators

Charmaine Madrigal

Known for her dynamic and interactive facilitation style, Charmaine creates a supportive and inclusive environment where participants feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas with a genuine passion for bringing people together and creating engaging and productive learning experiences.

Erin Smith

Erin currently serves as the Clinical Learning & Development Coordinator at SJHCG. In this role, she has the opportunity to share her knowledge in a supportive manner, contributing to the professional growth of her colleagues. Additionally, she enjoys the opportunity to engage with clinical staff across the organization, fostering meaningful connections and collaboration. She is known for her commitment to perpetuating a positive influence on staff education, learning and professional development at SJHCG, where she has dedicated over 15 years of service (she started her career at SJHCG fresh out of nursing school). Her tenure encompasses extensive experience in Complex Continuing Care (CCC) and Palliative Care. Throughout her journey at SJHCG, she has had the privilege of working across all hospital units, gaining invaluable insights and skills in diverse healthcare settings.

Who is this for?

Anyone who works or volunteers with older adults in clinical and non-clinical settings.

Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Recap the GPA® Basics principles
State the SPEED model and the 8 A’s of dementia
Recognize personal space, triggers and verbal redirection strategies.
Apply self-protective and gentle redirection physical techniques.
Cost
The Public

$80

SJHCG Staff

$10

Program Schedule Details

Start Date
Program Details
September 25, 2025
9:00 am
Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA®) Recharged

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

September 25, 2025
1:00 pm
Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA®) Recharged

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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