Education Rooted in Experience. Leadership Proven in Practice.  

Evidence-based continuing education designed to strengthen patient safety, compliance, and workforce performance.

The Leegard Institute for Education & Leadership

Advancing professional practice through disciplined education and clinical insight.

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


A woman with long black hair, wearing a beige cardigan with black trim, standing with her arms crossed indoors, smiling at the camera.

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

Signature Offering

Dementia Beyond the Textbook®

Redefining Dementia Education for Modern Nursing Practice