ComForcare Senior Services Partners with aQuire Training Solutions for Increasing Operational Effectiveness
Oregon City, OR, September 15, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Online training solutions enhance staff job satisfaction, quality care and profitability.
ComForcare announced today that it has added aQuire Training Solutions to its national strategic alliances to further enhance operational management to its franchises.
Through this partnership, ComForcare franchise owners can obtain aQuire online training at a reduced rate, providing over 40 courses to home care staff, available via the internet.
"aQuire Training offers 24/7 online CNA continuing education. What a great retention tool for our CNAs!" says Stephanie Tercha, Director of Franchise Development.
aQuire Training Solutions’ unique approach to teaching care providers involves a process of telling stories to help learners synthesize content, engaging them in interactive online activities, using motivational strategies to help them grasp the significance of their work, and evaluating what they have learned through online assessments.
“We bring an extensive level of experience as owners and operators of our own communities, so we know the intricate details and challenges of every minute of every day,” notes Sharon K. Brothers, president of aQuire Training Solutions. “Our online training helps direct care workers and managers build the skills they need to deliver quality care, significantly impacting job satisfaction, client and family satisfaction and ultimately the bottom line.” Brothers notes that ComForcare’s commitment to staff training significantly strengthens their competitive advantage as providers of in-home care.
For more information or to purchase aQuire Training Solutions in partnership with ComForcare, visit http://www.aQuireTraining.com/ComForcare
About aQuire Training Solutions
Founded by senior care owners and operators, aQuire Training Solutions (http://www.aquiretraining.com/) is now a part of the Institute for Senior Living Education (ISLE-Ed), which has built a portfolio of senior care educational resources. These products includes the online staff training system, aQuire Training Solutions, in addition to EasyCEU (http://www.EasyCEU.com), a source of continuing education units for administrators, nurses and managers. Training courses are offered online, giving users the advantage of learning when and where it is convenient for them. All courses are nationally accredited through a variety of licensing boards. For more information, visit the aQuire website at www.aquiretraining.com, or call toll free at 877-843-8374.
About ComForcare
Founded in 1996 by Mark Armstrong, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan-based ComForcare Senior Services is a premier, franchised provider of private-duty, non-medical home care. Caregivers provide professional personal care and companionship services for individuals in many settings including their homes, independent living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals or wherever clients reside. Services are provided primarily to seniors, but individuals with disabilities, accident victims, new mothers or those recovering from a recent illness or surgery can also benefit. ComForcare has over 80 franchise owners who operate nearly 100 territories across the country. Fifteen franchises were added in 2007 with that number expected to double in 2008. Long-term growth plans call for 200 franchise locations by the end of 2010. For more information, visit www.comforcare.com or call 1.800.866.4044.
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ComForcare announced today that it has added aQuire Training Solutions to its national strategic alliances to further enhance operational management to its franchises.
Through this partnership, ComForcare franchise owners can obtain aQuire online training at a reduced rate, providing over 40 courses to home care staff, available via the internet.
"aQuire Training offers 24/7 online CNA continuing education. What a great retention tool for our CNAs!" says Stephanie Tercha, Director of Franchise Development.
aQuire Training Solutions’ unique approach to teaching care providers involves a process of telling stories to help learners synthesize content, engaging them in interactive online activities, using motivational strategies to help them grasp the significance of their work, and evaluating what they have learned through online assessments.
“We bring an extensive level of experience as owners and operators of our own communities, so we know the intricate details and challenges of every minute of every day,” notes Sharon K. Brothers, president of aQuire Training Solutions. “Our online training helps direct care workers and managers build the skills they need to deliver quality care, significantly impacting job satisfaction, client and family satisfaction and ultimately the bottom line.” Brothers notes that ComForcare’s commitment to staff training significantly strengthens their competitive advantage as providers of in-home care.
For more information or to purchase aQuire Training Solutions in partnership with ComForcare, visit http://www.aQuireTraining.com/ComForcare
About aQuire Training Solutions
Founded by senior care owners and operators, aQuire Training Solutions (http://www.aquiretraining.com/) is now a part of the Institute for Senior Living Education (ISLE-Ed), which has built a portfolio of senior care educational resources. These products includes the online staff training system, aQuire Training Solutions, in addition to EasyCEU (http://www.EasyCEU.com), a source of continuing education units for administrators, nurses and managers. Training courses are offered online, giving users the advantage of learning when and where it is convenient for them. All courses are nationally accredited through a variety of licensing boards. For more information, visit the aQuire website at www.aquiretraining.com, or call toll free at 877-843-8374.
About ComForcare
Founded in 1996 by Mark Armstrong, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan-based ComForcare Senior Services is a premier, franchised provider of private-duty, non-medical home care. Caregivers provide professional personal care and companionship services for individuals in many settings including their homes, independent living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals or wherever clients reside. Services are provided primarily to seniors, but individuals with disabilities, accident victims, new mothers or those recovering from a recent illness or surgery can also benefit. ComForcare has over 80 franchise owners who operate nearly 100 territories across the country. Fifteen franchises were added in 2007 with that number expected to double in 2008. Long-term growth plans call for 200 franchise locations by the end of 2010. For more information, visit www.comforcare.com or call 1.800.866.4044.
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877-843-8374 Toll Free
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