This course addresses how to identify and diagnose dementia, examines person-centred approaches in detail and gives advice on how to help the individual with dementia maintain their skills and abilities for as long as possible. Attendees can learn more about how to provide high quality care for individuals with dementia that improves well-being. The course has a strong focus on communication. Whether you’re supporting individuals in care homes or looking after a family member or friend and you already have an awareness of Dementia, then this course offers you the chance to gain a deeper understanding of dementia and improve your communication with the individuals that you support.
What this course covers
- He physical effects of dementia on the different areas of the brain and how it is categorised into stages
- Kitwood’s theory and how this can be applied
- Indicators of ill-being and well-being and how to apply person-centred approaches
- Knowing why life stories are important and how and why each person's experience with dementia is unique
- How an individual with dementia communicates their needs and preferences
- Different communication skills and the role behaviour plays in communication
- Ways of supporting individuals with dementia to maintain their skills and abilities for as long as possible
- How to engage and reflect on relationships between families and staff
Course Duration
- Advanced Awareness: - 6 hours (£320)