Education Rooted in Experience. Leadership Proven in Practice.

Empowering Nurses to Lead with Insight, Empathy, and Lasting Impact in Dementia Care

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“This was the most practical CE course I’ve taken in years.”

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“I walked away more confident caring for my dementia patients.”

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“Engaging, real, and immediately useful.”

Upcoming Live CE Workshop

Earn Your Required Illinois Nursing CE Hours — 3 Contact Hours. Live, Practical, and Led by a Nurse. Small, Interactive Classes Designed for Real-World Care. Classes are:

1) Dementia Beyond the Textbook

2) Implicit Bias Awareness

3) Geriatric/Senior Care Leadership

📍121 Fairfield Way Suite 204, Bloomingdale, IL 60108

📅 April 10, 2026

⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

⚠️ Limited to 12 seats for a high-quality learning experience

This Is Not Your Typical CE Class

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Learn from a Nurse Who Lives This Work Every Day

Call to Reserve Your Seat

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Dr. Claire Leegard, DNP, RN is not only an educator—she is a practicing nurse, business owner, and leader in senior care. As the owner of Home Helpers of Wheaton & Naperville, she brings real-world clinical insight into every course she teaches. Her mission is simple: To equip healthcare professionals with practical skills that improve patient outcomes and restore confidence in care.

Most CE courses are passive, outdated, and disconnected from real patient care. At The Leegard Institute, you will learn how to:

• Navigate real dementia behaviors

• Apply clinical judgment in real scenarios

• Communicate effectively with families

• Deliver safer, more confident care

This is education you can use immediately—on your next shift.

Ready to Complete Your CE Hours?

Join a small, high-impact class designed to help you meet requirements—and elevate your practice.

Call to Reserve Your Seat

Dementia Beyond the Textbook™

A Signature Program of The Leegard Institute for Education and Leadership

Featuring The Leegard Model™ , Using the LEADERS Assessment Framework™ and The STAMP Protocol™ for Dementia Care Leadership

✔ Illinois Approved CE Provider

✔ 20 Hours Available (Meets State Requirements)

✔ Taught by Dr. Claire Leegard, DNP, RN

✔ Real-World, Case-Based Learning

Faculty Profile

Dr. Claire Leegard, DNP, RN is a healthcare entrepreneur, continuing education provider, and owner of Home Helpers Home Care of Wheaton & Naperville. Recognized for her leadership in dementia and senior care, she delivers education that translates directly into practice; equipping nurses with the tools they need to improve outcomes and confidently manage complex patient needs.

Why Organizations Choose Dr. Leegard

✔ Doctorally prepared nurse with deep expertise in aging and complex care

✔ Active healthcare operator — teaches what truly works

✔ Engaging, relatable, and clinically relevant teaching style

✔ Education designed for immediate bedside application

✔ Trusted leader within the senior care community

Program Formats

✔ In-Person Education

Ideal for clinical teams, memory care staff, and nursing departments seeking an interactive learning experience.

✔ Live Virtual Sessions

Flexible, high-impact training without operational disruption.

✔ Extended Workshops Available

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Dr. Claire Leegard, DNP, RN
Founder & President
The Leegard Institute for Education & Leadership