RayAsta Launches Pilot Level 2 Caregiver Training Course

The RayAsta Foundation is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Level 2 Stroke Caregiver Training Course—a pilot program building on the success of its foundational caregiver training. This marks a historic step forward in building a more skilled and compassionate healthcare workforce in Dominica. This pilot course builds on the success of two completed Level 1 cohorts and officially began on Monday, April 7th, 2025, at the Dominica State College over a ten-week period.

The Level 2 program brings together graduates from both the first and second Level 1 cohorts and is designed to deepen their skills in stroke rehabilitation, leadership, and complex caregiving techniques. It will focus on enhanced caregiving techniques, stroke rehabilitation strategies, leadership, supervision, and advanced patient support.

Participants will benefit from interactive modules delivered by a team of dedicated professionals in healthcare, psychology, and community leadership. The curriculum is designed not only to deepen knowledge but to empower participants to take on leadership roles and become advocates for stroke awareness, education, and recovery.

The training also emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and professional development, preparing caregivers to take on supervisory roles in both home and clinical settings.

“This group represents a new caliber of care professionals. Experienced, motivated individuals who are choosing to lead the way in stroke recovery support,” said Cecelia St. Hilaire, Executive Director of the RayAsta Foundation. “We are proud to support their continued growth as they elevate the standard of care in their communities.”

The pilot course will also introduce real-world caregiving scenarios, research presentations, and mentorship, ensuring that graduates are prepared to confidently support stroke patients with dignity, empathy, and clinical insight.

This initiative reflects the Foundation’s continued mission to strengthen the quality of care and improve health outcomes for stroke patients. Through a combination of education, advocacy, and community engagement, the RayAsta Foundation remains a leader in shaping a more inclusive and prepared caregiving network in Dominica and beyond.

Graduates of this pilot program will be recognized during a special completion ceremony in June 2025, where their achievements will be celebrated alongside partners, educators, and members of the RayAsta community.