This course provides essential knowledge about dementia, including its symptoms, stages, and impact on individuals and families. The course equips participants with practical skills to support and care for those living with dementia, fostering empathy and understanding.
Topics Covered:
- Understanding what dementia is and how it affects the brain.
- Different types of dementia and their key characteristics.
- Recognising early signs and symptoms.
- How dementia affects memory, communication, and behaviour.
- Supporting someone living with dementia in daily life.
- Approaches to communication and interaction.
- Reducing stigma and promoting dignity.
- Signposting to sources of help, advice, and support.
Who This Course is Aimed At:
- Healthcare professionals and care workers.
- Social care staff supporting older adults.
- Family members and friends caring for someone with dementia.
- Community and voluntary sector workers.
- Housing, support, and sheltered accommodation staff.
- Customer-facing staff in sectors such as retail, transport, and hospitality.
- Anyone wanting to improve their understanding of dementia.
Assessment details
There is no assessment component to this training course.
If you are an employer looking to enrol multiple staff on to this course we can offer this course on site at your place of work. (please note ACT/ALS will not cover any additional costs this may incur)