Dementia Awareness Training

Prices start from £25 per person - please contact us for more information

Please note, this service is not available outside Age UK North South West Dorset - Head Office's catchment area.

Age UK North, South & West Dorset
Units 1&2, 5 Crown Square
Poundbury
DORCHESTER
Dorset
DT1 3EN
United Kingdom

Email: wellbeingservice@ageuknswd.org.uk
Telephone: 01305 269444

Are you looking to enhance your understanding and support for individuals living with dementia? We are thrilled to introduce our brand-new Dementia Awareness Training programme!
Join us for an immersive training experience designed to equip you with practical tools and insights for compassionate dementia care. Our comprehensive sessions cover everything from understanding dementia stages to effective communication strategies and support for families.

👥 Who Should Attend?
-Caregivers
-Healthcare Professionals
-Community Members

🏠 Training Options:
-Virtual sessions available via Zoom or Teams for your convenience.
-On-site training at our HQ in Poundbury or your office location for a personalised experience.


What our course entails:
Session One: Understanding Dementia

-What is dementia?
-Types of dementia
-Symptoms and behaviours associated with dementia
-Effective communication strategies when interacting with individuals living with dementia
-How it feels to live with dementia
-Recognising abilities and strengths of individuals living with dementia
-Practical approaches to support individuals in daily activities and tasks
-Importance of getting to know the individual
-Collaborative approaches to care
-Recognising and promoting wellbeing among individuals living with dementia

Reach out to us today to learn more and schedule your training session. Together, let's create a dementia-friendly community!