This course is for people who know or care for a person with dementia. It is designed to provide an understanding of dementia; what it is and what happens to a person when they develop dementia, and how to achieve better communication and care strategies.
Participants will gain an understanding of: · The nature of dementia; · Effective communication and activities for living; · Understanding and responding to changing behaviours; · Strategies for staying physically and socially active; · Available services, resources and people to assist in coping with stress; and · Planning for the future and care care options.
Please note:This course is not suitable for the person with dementia to attend. We do however have limited respite options available. If you need to make arrangements for your person with dementia to be cared for whilst you attend the sessions, please ring us on (08) 9388 2800.
Location: This course will be offered in two formats (same content) at our Shenton Park centre on the following dates:
Format one: two full days, a fortnight apart (lunch included)
Sat 13 & Sat 27 February 10.00am – 4.00pm Fri 16 & Fri 30 April 10.00am – 4.00pm (workshop full) Sat 12 & Sat 26 June 10.00am – 4.00pm (workshop full) Wed 18 Aug & Wed 1 September 10.00am – 4.00pm (workshop full) Thurs 14 & Thurs 28 October 10.00am – 4.00pm (workshop full) Sat 6 & 20 November 10.00am - 4.00pm Wed 1 & Wed 15 December 10.00am – 4.00pm
