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Dementia Awareness - Training Course

About This Course
This course covers vital theory and practical techniques for all aspects working with people who experience Dementia.

Who Should Attend?
Any personnel working within a healthcare environment who work with clients with dementia or memory loss.

Course Objectives
To give an understanding of all of the key issues involved in working with someone with Dementia

Course Overview
Welcome and introduction, followed by:

What is dementia, statistics and future predictions The different types and symptoms
Drugs used in Dementia Care   Other causes of confusion and memory loss
Depression and dementia  
Communication skills The person centred approach
Rights choice and risk
Mistreatment and abuse
Sexuality and intimacy
Personal care
Managing the environment
Examining our attitudes

Practical scenarios to recap key points
Assessment – written and practical

Additional Information
This course can also be adapted to be service-specific.

Course Details

Duration 1 day
Certificate Certificate of completion provided
Course Title Dementia Awareness
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