This
training will provide participants with essential knowledge of the skills
required to offer the best professional approach to support people with
dementia living in sheltered/supported housing. It
is applicable for those who are working in the sheltered/supported housing
to develop their skills and understanding of their role in the provision
of support and how to access support from other agencies. The course is
also equally valuable for housing officers who wish to develop their
understanding of dementia awareness, care support staff who work within a
sheltered/supported housing environment and volunteers who support people
with dementia.
A range of training methods will be used in delivering the course
content. This will assist in ensuring effective input of course material.
Participants will be encouraged to take an active part in each session.
Aims & Objectives Of The Course
The aim of
the course is to look at the effects of mental health problems in old age
and the way participants can address and cope with the issues of managing
these situations.Participants
will develop their skills, attitudes and knowledge in the areas of:
Increasing a greater understanding of
the differing types of Dementia
Awareness of different kinds of support available to people
with dementia
Their role in the provision of service
to people with dementia
Encouraging a multi-disciplinary and
co-ordinated approach to working with dementia
Objectives
By the end
of the course participants should be able to:
Gain an understanding of the different
types of dementia,
Develop a clear vision about their
role in providing support for people with dementia
Identify different support agencies
available
Suggest realistic approaches to
supporting older people experiencing mental illness
Examine difficult issues and dilemmas
facing professional workers
Summary
The course
is designed to be flexible and the content and setting can be varied to
meet the particular requirements of individual groups.
Participants
will be encouraged to adopt a supportive and positive approach to the
group as a whole. It is hoped that this will allow individuals to achieve
greater proficiency and confidence through taking part in a stimulating
and enjoyable learning programme.
Participants
attending this training can also progress onto the Level 2 Certificate in
Dementia Care
