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Dementia Awareness

Develop an understanding of dementia and personalised support.

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Course overview

Explore different forms of dementia, signs and symptoms, communication changes and approaches to reducing distress in everyday care.

What you will learn

  1. 01Understand dementia and recognise common early signs
  2. 02Compare major dementia types
  3. 03Explore effects on memory, mood and independence
  4. 04Recognise each person's individual experience
  5. 05Understand sundowning and associated distress
  6. 06Adapt communication and everyday support

Who should attend

Care staff, healthcare assistants and support workers caring for people with dementia.

Why choose this course?

  • Build confidence in responding to dementia care challenges
  • Strengthen respectful, person-centred support
  • Help create a calm and understanding care environment

Ready to arrange this course?

Ask about workplace delivery or upcoming open-course dates.

Dementia Awareness

Half day