In-Person Workshop: Montessori Dementia Training: Principles and Practices for Daily Connection
Hosted by the exclusive Canadian licensee and training partner of the world renowned Center for Applied Research in Dementia, founded by Dr. Cameron Camp
Location: SuiteWorks – Simcoe Boardroom – Barrie, Ontario
Dates: March 24 & 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM daily
Includes: Lunch, Refreshments, Workshop Materials, Takeaway Tools and Certificate
Seats are limited to 15 by design.
Updated January 25/26 >>> 3 seats left.
👉 Questions? Send us an email.
Experience It Live.
Empowering Dementia Care in Canada: Exclusive Training Rooted in Research and Results
This rare, in-person workshop brings the Montessori Inspired Lifestyle® to life in a way no online session can.
Over two powerful days, you’ll gain the skills, insights, and confidence to make care more engaging, respectful, and person-centered — one interaction at a time.
In 1995, Dr. Cameron J. Camp, PhD, a psychologist, modified Dr. Maria Montessori’s educational method to meet the needs of older adults with cognitive impairment. Since then, this adaptation—now known as the Montessori Inspired Lifestyle®—has become a global model.
Empowering Dementia Care in Canada: Exclusive Training Rooted in Research and Results
We’re proud to be the exclusive Canadian licensee of the renowned Center for Applied Research in Dementia (CARD), bringing the impactful training developed by Dr. Cameron Camp directly to care professionals across the country.
Dr. Camp’s approach, rooted in Montessori-based principles, transforms the way we engage with individuals living with dementia. His evidence-based methodology goes beyond teaching techniques — it supports a shift in how teams understand ability, dignity, and purpose in daily care.
Participants leave with:
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a deeper, strengths-based understanding of dementia,
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practical tools for meaningful engagement, and
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strategies for responding to behaviors with greater insight and confidence.
At its core, this approach reflects a simple but powerful idea: Montessori doesn’t focus on managing behaviors — it focuses on shaping the conditions that influence them.
When environments, expectations, and interactions are thoughtfully designed, behavior becomes information — not a problem to control.
This training equips teams to make that shift, one decision at a time.
This session, led by an AMI-trained Montessori teacher and dementia practitioner is an immersive experience that includes:
✅ Real-life case studies
✅ Hands-on group activities
✅ Communication strategies that work
✅ Practical tools to reduce distress and increase purpose
✅ A supportive learning environment — limited to 15 participants
✅ Lunch and refreshments included both days
✅ Certificate awarded
Who Should Attend this In-Person Montessori Dementia Training?
This training is ideal for:
- Long-term care and assisted living staff
- Recreation and activity professionals
- Home and community care providers
- Program coordinators and care leads
- Anyone seeking meaningful connection in dementia care
Why In Person Montessori Dementia Training?
Because presence matters. This workshop isn’t just about learning — it’s about feeling the difference that Montessori can make.
“…They made this fun, informative, and made me want to take part in these sessions…”
“…insightful and practical. I appreciate the emphasis on individual rather than their cognitive impairment…”
Step away from the day-to-day. Join a small group of passionate professionals and return with tools you can use immediately — and a renewed sense of purpose.
Our online training sessions are effective and efficient and they deliver strong foundational value—but in-person training offers a richer return: immersive learning, and deeper insight, stronger dialogue, and the kind of strategic networking that only happens face-to-face – the opportunity to connect with peers who are equally invested in driving change.
Dates & Details
Location: SuiteWorks – Simcoe Boardroom – Barrie, Ontario
Dates: March 24 & 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM daily
Includes: Lunch, Refreshments, Workshop Materials, Takeaway Tools and Certificate
Seats are limited to 15 by design.
Updated January 25/26 >>> 3 seats left.
👉 Questions? Send us an email.
Why This Training Matters
This training offers more than education — it delivers practical tools that empower staff and organizations to improve care outcomes, engagement, and job satisfaction.
Key Highlights:
🧠 Research-Backed Methods: Based on decades of cognitive psychology and clinical studies, Dr. Camp’s work has proven success in improving the quality of life for individuals living with dementia.
🌍 Global Recognition: Montessori-Based Dementia Programming® (MBDP®) is used in care communities worldwide. We’re proud to be the only source for its delivery in Canada. The MBDP® model was developed and trademarked by Dr. Cameron J. Camp, a psychologist and gerontologist, and his team at the Center for Applied Research in Dementia.
🙌 Strength-Based Approach: Rather than focusing on deficits, the training teaches how to engage remaining abilities and foster independence.
💡 Immediate Application: Participants walk away with strategies they can apply immediately — from designing activity stations to modifying the environment to support memory and autonomy.
🔐 Exclusive Access: This training is available in Canada only through our exclusive licensing agreement with the Center for Applied Research in Dementia — offering Canadian organizations a unique opportunity to align with globally recognized best practices.
ALSO AVAILABLE ONLINE IF YOU CAN’T MAKE IT IN PERSON!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is this workshop the same as your online training?
No — while the principles are shared, this in-person session is highly interactive. You’ll participate in hands-on exercises, real-time coaching, and small group discussions that can’t be replicated in an online format.
Q: Is this workshop only for long-term care staff?
Not at all. While many attendees come from long-term care and assisted living, this training is also valuable for community-based professionals, home support staff, and family caregivers and volunteers involved in dementia care.
Q: Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Participants who complete the full two-day training in person will receive a Certificate of Achievement, which can be used for professional development portfolios.
Q: Are meals provided?
Yes — lunch and refreshments are included on both days. You’ll also have time to step outside, connect with others, and reflect.
Q: What is the Montessori Inspired Lifestyle®?
It’s a recognized model of dementia care based on the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori, adapted for older adults by world renowned Dr. Cameron Camp. It focuses on independence, dignity, and purposeful engagement, even in the later stages of dementia.
Q: Do you have statistics to show the benefits gained by using Montessori Inspired Lifestyle® care techniques?
Credentialing: Better outcomes for Assisted Living and LTC facilities:
Results after 1 year of Montessori-Based Dementia Training across 7 Assisted Living Facilities and 9 SNFs (Witt-Hoblit, Miller, & Camp) SNF: Skilled Nursing Facility | LTC: Long Term Care Facility
And, below:
This chart highlights key outcome areas identified in a 2023 systematic review by Yan et al. (Dementia, London). The percentages reflect how consistently positive outcomes were reported across the studies reviewed.
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Dates & Details
Dates: March 24 & 25, 2026
Location: Simcoe Boardroom, SuiteWorks, Barrie, ON
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM daily
Includes: Lunch, Refreshments, Workshop Materials, Takeaway Tools and Certificate
Seats are limited by design.
👉 Email us with questions.
How Montessori Practices Drive KPIs and Reduce Risk – Montessori Dementia Center
Why Choose this Montessori Dementia Training? – Montessori Dementia Center
Cancellation Policy
Because this program is limited to a small number of participants, registration fees are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may choose to transfer your registration to a substitute attendee at no additional cost or apply your registration fee as a credit toward a future event, subject to availability.
We may postpone, reschedule, relocate, or cancel an event if necessary. Should this occur, you may opt for a full refund, attend the revised event, or apply your registration as a credit toward a future event. Our liability is limited solely to the registration fee paid, and we are not responsible for any additional costs, including travel or accommodation.
Thank you for your understanding.
