Understanding Dementia focuses on the physical condition of dementia and how it affects the person. This course also explores the myths and stereotypes and considers how these can influence the quality of care given.
Further to this, it introduces the person-centred qualities that a skilled carer would reflect in their day-to-day practice, and how person centred values and modified techniques can improve a carer’s ability to provide responsive and supportive dementia care.
Understanding Dementia focuses on the physical condition of dementia and how it affects the person. This course also explores the myths and stereotypes and considers how these can influence the quality of care given.
Further to this, it introduces the person-centred qualities that a skilled carer would reflect in their day-to-day practice, and how person centred values and modified techniques can improve a carer’s ability to provide responsive and supportive dementia care.
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Overview
This online training course has been designed specifically for Care and Support Workers working in a social care setting. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Dementia Care 1: Understanding Dementia.
6 Interactive Chapters, Assessment Quiz and a CPD Accredited Certificate
Subjects covered include:
- Understanding Dementia
- What does Dementia mean for Individuals?
- Exploring the Myths and Stereotypes of Dementia
- The Main Conditions that may cause Dementia
- The Bookcase Analogy for Memory
- The Person Centred Theory of Dementia
- The VIPS Framework
England
Care Certificate Standard 9.1, 9.2, 9.3 & 9.4
NOS: MH14.2013
RQF: Dementia awareness (Level 2 Diploma in Care, Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support), Understand the process and experience of dementia (Level 2 Diploma in Care, Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support)
Wales
All Wales Induction Framework for Health and Social Care (AWIFHSC)
Scotland
National Care Standards
Northern Ireland
NISCC’s Induction Standards
Jacqui Arnold, CPsychol, Chief Experience Officer at Milbotix, LinkedIn Profile
Jacqui Arnold is an esteemed course consultant at CareTutor, specializing in a wide range of courses related to care work, including GDPR for Care Workers, Principles of Person-Centred Care, Privacy and Dignity, Role of the Care Worker, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Effective Communication, Dementia Care 1: Understanding Dementia, Dementia Care 2: Person Centred Dementia Care, and Medication in the Care Home. With a wealth of experience and expertise in the field, Jacqui brings invaluable insights to these courses.
With over 35 years of experience in social care, Jacqui has worked in various capacities, beginning as a practitioner, and progressing into roles such as Care Home Management, training and development, and consultancy. For 17 years, she served as the Dementia Lead at St Monica Trust, where she honed her expertise in dementia care and developed a deep understanding of the needs of individuals living with dementia.
As a Chartered Occupational Psychologist with a BSc Psychology (Honours) Degree and an MSc in Occupational Psychology (with merit), Jacqui is passionate about applying the principles of occupational psychology to enhance organizational development and improve the quality of care across different sectors. She firmly believes that dementia care requires careful planning and a person-centred approach that values individuals, considers their life history, and recognizes the profound impact of memory and emotions on well-being.
Currently serving as the Chief Experience Officer at Milbotix, Jacqui is dedicated to introducing assistive technology within the care sector. By leveraging innovative technology, she aims to enhance well-being, reduce the time spent on supporting distress, and create opportunities for positive interactions that promote preventive care and overall well-being.
Jacqui’s areas of interest encompass various aspects of service development, policy and practice, culture change, training delivery and evaluation, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. She has also been involved in the establishment of Memory Cafes for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers. Additionally, Jacqui offers business/executive coaching and provides support to staff members and teams to ensure the delivery of excellent evidence-based services.
Jacqui’s commitment to enhancing the care sector and her passion for promoting well-being make her an invaluable resource for those seeking to excel in their roles and provide exceptional care to individuals in need.
