

About the Virtual Dementia Tour
The Virtual Dementia Tour® (VDT) is the original patented, evidence-based scientific method of building a greater understanding of dementia by building awareness and empathy in individuals caring for people living with dementia.
Training Options
Virtual Dementia Tour® Facilitator (VDTF)
Transform Dementia Care
Senior Living Communities Only
✔ Increase Staff Retention – Boost job satisfaction by equipping caregivers with deeper dementia understanding.
✔ Enhance Training & Development – Provide hands-on learning that improves care quality.
✔ Improve Resident Outcomes – Foster person-centered care that leads to better interactions and well-being.
✔ Strengthen Team Collaboration – Unite staff with a shared understanding of dementia challenges.
✔ Boost Family Engagement – Educate and support families to improve communication with loved ones.
✔ Differentiate Your Community – Showcase your commitment to excellence in dementia care.
Training: Online course with capstone project OR one-day in-person session.
Investment: $375 and purchase of the kit and materials
Scope: Certified to facilitate VDT for staff, residents, and families in one senior living community.
Virtual Dementia Tour® Community Specialist (VDTCS)
Dementia Awareness Beyond Your Organization
✔ Expand Your Impact – Educate families, professionals, and the public about dementia.
✔ Strengthen Community Engagement – Bring the VDT to local businesses, faith groups, and community events.
✔ Enhance Dementia Advocacy – Serve as a key leader in raising awareness and empathy.
✔ Improve Staff & Caregiver Training.
✔ Position Yourself as a Dementia Expert – Gain advanced training to lead impactful VDT experiences.
✔ Differentiate Your Community – Showcase your commitment to excellence in dementia care.
✔ Boost Family Engagement – Educate and support families to improve communication with loved ones.
Training: Two-day in-person advanced training plus live online seminar.
Investment: $475 and purchase of the kit and materials
Scope: Facilitate VDT in your organization and the broader community (exclusions apply).
Virtual Dementia Tour® Certified Trainer (VDTCT)
Lead. Train. Make an Impact
✔ Train New VDT Facilitators – Expand dementia education by certifying new facilitators.
✔ Provide CEUs – Offer Continuing Education Units to enhance professional development.
✔ Earn Revenue – Sell the VDT program and receive compensation for your expertise.
✔ Ensure Program Integrity – Maintain high standards in dementia training and facilitation.
✔ Advance Your Career – Become a leader in dementia education and awareness.
Training: Two-day in-person advanced facilitation and training methodology course.
Investment: $1,450 and purchase of the kit and materials
Scope: Train new VDT Facilitators, provide CEUs, sell the VDT, and receive compensation.
Virtual Dementia Tour® Advanced Trainer (VDTAT)
Lead the Future of Dementia Education
✔ Train Both Facilitators & Community Specialists – Certify professionals for dementia awareness.
✔ Offer CEUs – Provide Continuing Education Units to enhance professional development.
✔ Earn Revenue – Sell the VDT program and receive compensation for your expertise.
✔ Master Adult Learning Techniques – Gain expertise in adult learning and comprehension.
✔ Expand Your Reach – Lead large-scale dementia training initiatives with confidence.
Training: Online seminar, live capstone meeting, and pre-recorded teaching demonstration.
Investment: $1,750 and purchase of the kit and materials
Scope: Train VDT Facilitators, offer CEUs, sell the VDT, and receive compensation.

Host a Tour
Hosting a Virtual Dementia Tour® (VDT®) brings a certified trainer to your location to build empathy and understanding of dementia.

Family
Order a self-guided version or have a trainer help you and your family understand your loved one’s
dementia journey.

Hospital
Designed for the hospital/clinic setting to address the specific challenges patients with dementia face in a healthcare environment.

Inclusive
Designed to model the experience of dementia in an empathic person-centered care environment.

Dental
Designed to address the specific challenges patients with dementia face while receiving dental care.
More information coming soon.

VDT Testimonials
Proceeds from the Virtual Dementia Tour are used to fulfill the mission of Second Wind Dreams to make dreams come true for elders who live in long-term care.