Safe Transfers Training

"How to make your back last 100 years!" 

When

Wednesday, March 10, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM EST
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Where

This is an online event.


 
 

Contact

Michelle Pigford-Bishop
Developmental Disabilities Administration
301-362-5124
michelle.pigford@maryland.gov

Please join the DDA Regional Nurses on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 from 10am-1pm for the "Safe Transfers Training". 

The session is open to all DDA provider staff and will cover the following:

  • Basic lifting principles 
  • How to keep your back safe while lifting anything
  • Transfers from wheelchairs and beds
  • Safety tips for yourself and the patient 

Presenter: Karen Falkler, PTA - TheraFit Rehab

If you have any questions about the event or how to register, please feel free to reach out to, Michelle Pigford-Bishop at michelle.pigford@maryland.gov.  

All nursing related questions should be directed your regional nurse.

 Central Maryland Regional Office
Southern Maryland Regional Office

Eastern Shore Regional Office

Western Maryland Regional Office

Thank you for your attention and response, and we look forward to having you on the webinar.