Living With Dementia
Living with dementia training gives your team a greater understanding of the different forms of dementia. Delivered on-site by our experienced trainers.
About the course
Understand the different forms of dementia
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Recognise the common symptoms of dementia
- Be aware of the causes of Alzheimer’s Disease
- Recognise the factors that can cause vascular dementia
- Recognise the specific symptoms of Lewy Body Dementia
- Know the treatment for types of dementia
- Understand how frontotemporal dementia develops
- Recognise the key symptoms
- Be aware of the symptoms of an acute confusional state
- Understand how Korsakoff’s develops
- Know how Korsakoff’s is treated
- Understand how to provide effective care for those with dementia
- Recognise the causes of behaviour of concern in those with dementia
- Know how to respond to incidents of behaviour of concern
- Understand methods of reducing and preventing behaviour of concern
- Know how to undertake dementia care mapping
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Everything the course covers, exactly as our trainers deliver it:
Dementia
- Symptoms
- Statistics
- Types of dementia
Alzheimer’s Disease
- What is Alzheimer’s disease?
- Causes
- Treatment
Vascular Dementia
- What is vascular dementia?
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Treatment
Lewy Body Dementia
- What is Lewy body dementia?
- Symptoms
- Causes
Frontotemporal Dementia (Pick’s Disease)
- What is frontotemporal dementia?
- Symptoms
- Treatment
Acute Confusional State
- Acute confusion
- Causes
- Treatment
Korsakoff’s
- What Is Korsakoff’s?
- Causes
- Symptoms
- Treatment
Supporting People With Dementia
- Everyday tasks
- Hobbies and interests
- Nutrition and hydration
- Incontinence
- Person-centred care
- Promote independence
Behaviour Of Concern
- Causes
- Responding to behaviour of concern
- Investigating the triggers
- Tips for reducing behaviour of concern
Care Mapping
- Dementia care mapping
- The DCM cycle
The Lady In The Red Dress
Exercises
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Related neurological courses
These subjects sit naturally alongside this course — and we can combine courses into one visit.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your service, anywhere in the UK — we come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team.
How long is the Living With Dementia course?
It runs as a full day – 6 hours course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes — every delegate receives a certificate on completion. Certificates are valid for 1 year, so plan refresher training before they expire.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below — we reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit — just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care & nursing homes, home care & domiciliary, supported living, day services, hospices. If your sector isn’t listed, ask — we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Living With Dementia training to your service
Delivered on-site at your service, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
Part of our neurological training range. Also explore behaviour management training and mental health training.