L earning Outcomes:
- know what is meant by the term dementia
- be aware of the prevalence of dementia in the UK population
- be able to recognise signs of dementia and also be aware that these signs may be associated with other conditions or circumstances
- know what actions individuals can take to reduce their risk of dementia, or to delay onset
- know why early diagnosis of dementia is important
- know the actions that people affected by dementia can take in order to live as well as possible after diagnosis
- understand the importance of recognising a person with dementia as a unique individual
- be aware of the impact of dementia on individuals, families and society
- be able to communicate effectively and compassionately with individuals who have dementia
- understand reasons why a person with dementia may exhibit signs of distress and how behaviours seen in people with dementia may be a means for communicating unmet needs
- be able to signpost individuals, families and carers to dementia advice, support and information.
Target Audience: Social care staff and Social practitioners in Adult Social Care
