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Validation Training Institute (VTI) is a nonprofit founded in 1984. Validation improves connection between caregivers and older adults living with dementia.

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Our Executive Director Vicki de Klerk-Rubin wrote this guest blog post for the @NCOAging to help support #caregivers! Learn why relationships improve between the care receiver and care giver when just a few key communication skills are used. ncoa.org/article/how-ce… #caregiving


"Every person needs to feel valued, respected, and validated. In the absence of these, the human spirit withers." - NF Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. "Every person needs to feel valued, respected, and validated. In the absence of these, the human spirit withers." - NF

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

🎉 Today we celebrate our Executive Director, Vicki de Klerk! Please join us in wishing Vicki a very happy birthday. Her leadership, warmth, and dedication to carrying Naomi Feil’s legacy forward inspire our entire Validation community every day. 💙 Happy Birthday, Vicki!

validationhelps's tweet image. 🎉 Today we celebrate our Executive Director, Vicki de Klerk!

Please join us in wishing Vicki a very happy birthday. Her leadership, warmth, and dedication to carrying Naomi Feil’s legacy forward inspire our entire Validation community every day. 💙

Happy Birthday, Vicki!

"Once feelings are expressed to people who really listen, the feelings are released and relieved." - Naomi Feil Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. "Once feelings are expressed to people who really listen, the feelings are released and relieved." - Naomi Feil 

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

As Stacey Hand discovered, Validation can make all the difference. After struggling to care for her mother-in-law with dementia, she discovered Validation and was able to use those skills to help her own mother. youtube.com/watch?v=Z0qcM3…

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“The Validating Caregiver helps the old person help herself.” – NF Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. “The Validating Caregiver helps the old person help herself.” – NF  

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

As Stacey Hand discovered, Validation can make all the difference. After struggling to care for her mother-in-law with dementia, she discovered Validation and was able to use those skills to help her own mother. youtube.com/watch?v=Z0qcM3…

validationhelps's tweet card. Family Caregiver Uses Validation to Connect with Mother Living with...

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"What if we say about older people 'they’re not at ease' instead of 'they have a disease'?" -NF Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. "What if we say about older people 'they’re not at ease' instead of 'they have a disease'?" -NF

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

"Within the depths of every human soul lies an unquenchable flame of connection. It is through the gentle touch of understanding and empathy that we ignite this flame, illuminating the path towards profound healing and transformation." - NF

validationhelps's tweet image. "Within the depths of every human soul lies an unquenchable flame of connection. It is through the gentle touch of understanding and empathy that we ignite this flame, illuminating the path towards profound healing and transformation." - NF

Have some downtime this weekend? Looking to expand your knowledge and skills in person-centered care for individuals experiencing cognitive decline? Join us for one of our enriching workshops on Validation Training. Learn more at vfvalidation.org/education/vti-…


Validation helps everyone ❤️

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"What if we say about older people 'they’re not at ease' instead of they have a disease?" -Naomi Feil Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. "What if we say about older people 'they’re not at ease' instead of they have a disease?" -Naomi Feil 

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

As Stacey Hand discovered, Validation can make all the difference. After struggling to care for her mother-in-law with dementia, she discovered Validation and was able to use those skills to help her own mother. youtube.com/watch?v=Z0qcM3…

validationhelps's tweet card. Family Caregiver Uses Validation to Connect with Mother Living with...

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Family Caregiver Uses Validation to Connect with Mother Living with...


“The Validating Caregiver helps the old person help herself.” – NF Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. “The Validating Caregiver helps the old person help herself.” – NF  

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

"Once feelings are expressed to people who really listen, the feelings are released and relieved." - Naomi Feil Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. "Once feelings are expressed to people who really listen, the feelings are released and relieved." - Naomi Feil 

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

"The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love."​ Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. "The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love."​

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

"Compassion has the power to unlock the doors of understanding, bridging the gaps of loneliness and connecting hearts in the dance of empathy." - NF Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. "Compassion has the power to unlock the doors of understanding, bridging the gaps of loneliness and connecting hearts in the dance of empathy." - NF

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

"The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love." - Naomi Feil Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. "The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love." - Naomi Feil

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

VTI is proud to announce that we have been selected to present a half-day workshop at the prestigious Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) this July in Toronto! Stay tuned for more details...

validationhelps's tweet image. VTI is proud to announce that we have been selected to present a half-day workshop at the prestigious Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) this July in Toronto!

Stay tuned for more details...

"Compassion has the power to unlock the doors of understanding, bridging the gaps of loneliness and connecting hearts in the dance of empathy." - NF Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

validationhelps's tweet image. "Compassion has the power to unlock the doors of understanding, bridging the gaps of loneliness and connecting hearts in the dance of empathy." - NF

Learn more about Naomi Feil and how her legacy lives on through the Validation Method: vfvalidation.org

Winter can be a busy season, whether with work or with our personal lives. It’s ok to slow down and take a break. Today, take 10 minutes and practice mindfulness and center yourself this weekend!

validationhelps's tweet image. Winter can be a busy season, whether with work or with our personal lives. It’s ok to slow down and take a break. Today, take 10 minutes and practice mindfulness and center yourself this weekend!

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