Dementia Awareness

Overview

Dementia is used to describe the symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by specific diseases and conditions. Dementia is a chronic progressive problem of cognition - which is failure of the brain’s functions.

Course Objectives

This course is designed for any individual or staff member living or working with dementia sufferers in a personal, medical, health or social care setting. It covers the umbrella syndrome that includes associated conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, and provides a greater awareness of the conditions and their management.

Agenda

• Introduction
• Defining dementia
• The importance of diagnosis
• Common types of dementia and their causes
• Common signs and symptoms of dementia
• Working with family and friends
• Protecting the individual from harm
• Maintaining general health and well-being
• Positive and effective communication
• Medication and complimentary therapies
• Roles, responsibilities and boundaries, relevant legislation and guidance