Can you bring the person with dementia that you care for?

You are welcome to bring the person with dementia that you care for. A separate room will be available where Alzheimer Scotland staff will provide engaging activities. When you register for a place, you will be asked whether you plan to bring them along so we can make the necessary arrangements.

Wednesday, 2 July

Caring with Confidence: Practical Skills for Carers - Part 1

Learn essential dementia care skills to support daily needs, ensuring dignity, safety, and well-being for you and the person you care for

By Fife Dementia Carers Education Programme (DCEP)

Date and time

Wed, 2 Jul 2025 13:30 - 15:30 GMT+1

Location

Alzheimer Scotland Fife Brain Health and Dementia Resource Centre

Behind Stance 7 Bus Station Kirkcaldy KY1 1XN United Kingdom

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours

Welcome to the Caring with Confidence: Practical Skills for Carers - Part 1 event at the Alzheimer Scotland Fife Brain Health and Dementia Resource Centre.

This session provides essential knowledge and hands-on strategies to help carers support the person with dementia they care for effectively and compassionately.

Key Topics Covered:

✅ Understanding Practical Care Needs – Learn how dementia affects daily activities and how to adapt routines to maintain independence.
✅ Providing Safe & Dignified Personal Care – Assist with hygiene and dressing while preserving dignity and managing care resistance.
✅ Supporting Safe Eating & Drinking – Prevent malnutrition and dehydration with practical meal-time strategies.
✅ Recognising & Preventing Delirium – Understand the signs of delirium and how to reduce risks.
✅ Navigating Hospital Stays – Learn five key things to know when a hospital visit is needed, the benefits of a Getting to Know Me document, and how to stay involved in care.

Join us to gain confidence, practical skills, and knowledge to enhance both yours and the persons you care for well-being and your caring experience.

Organised by

Fife Dementia Carers Education Programme (DCEP)

The Dementia Carers Education Programme has been developed through a partnership project of NHS Fife, Fife Health and Social Care Partnership, Alzheimer Scotland, Fife Carers Centre and STAND. The programme is open to all unpaid carers who care for someone living with dementia. All sessions are optional, and you are welcome to attend more than once as your needs as a carer change. The aim of the programme is educational, to support you to gain practical knowledge and skills, learning from skilled health and social care professionals, as well as connecting with other carers.