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Meaningful engagement mentors program

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ALL STATESThis coaching program is designed to develop the skills and knowledge of your team in providing meaningful engagement for people living with dementia. Participants are encouraged to become mentors to other staff to assist with the development and implementation of purposeful and meaningful activities. The program provides opportunities for change and growth over time that supports engagement across the whole organisation.
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Understanding dementia

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ALL STATESThis workshop delivered onsite to your team who are supporting people living with dementia provides an overview of dementia, including signs and symptoms, causes, and an understanding of how dementia affects the brain and behaviour. Your team will be encouraged to reflect on their practice and ways this knowledge translates into person-centred support for people living with dementia.
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Virtual Dementia Experience™

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VICThe award-winning Virtual Dementia Experience™ uses serious game technology to immerse your team into the world of a person living with dementia. Participants will experience the home environment in the same way a person with dementia would. The aim of this workshop is to reflect on the approach to dementia support and to think about ways in which your team can make environments more supportive. Delivered in a purpose-built training room located in Melbourne, Victoria.
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Supporting successful communication

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ALL STATESThis workshop delivered onsite to your team explores the difficulties people living with dementia can experience in communication and the impact this has as the condition progresses. Your team will learn to identify barriers to communication and develop strategies to support successful communication for the person living with dementia and those in the support relationship.
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Achieving purposeful engagement - Courses - Centre for Dementia Learning | Dementia Australia
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Achieving purposeful engagement

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ALL STATESThis workshop delivered onsite to your team who are supporting people living with dementia provides an understanding of the importance of meaningful and purposeful engagement for people living with dementia. Participants will focus on understanding the person’s individual needs, strengths and abilities, and the impact of the environment in planning and supporting engaging activities.
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Applying a problem solving approach to behaviours

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ALL STATESThis workshop delivered onsite to your team who are supporting people living with dementia provides an understanding of changed behaviours related to dementia, their impact and contributing factors. Your team will learn how to apply a systematic approach to problem solving changed behaviours and provide positive support strategies for people living with dementia.
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A day in the life - mealtime experience - Courses - Centre for Dementia Learning | Dementia Australia
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A day in the life – mealtime experience

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ALL STATESDementia can dramatically impact on a person’s everyday activities as the disease progresses. This immersive workshop delivered onsite challenges participants to see mealtime through the eyes of a person living with dementia. Utilising virtual reality and avatar technology your team will explore how food, environment and support can greatly influence the dining experience.
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Enabling EDIE™

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ALL STATESDelivered onsite to your team, EDIE is an immersive workshop that enables participants to see the world through the eyes of a person living with dementia. Utilising virtual reality technology, this workshop enhances the knowledge of dementia whilst exploring enablement strategies to support a person with dementia to live more confidently.
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Montessori for dementia

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ALL STATESMontessori-based activities use a person-centred approach to benefit people living with dementia by increasing their participation in and enjoyment of daily life. This workshop delivered onsite to your team who are supporting people living with dementia introduces the main components of Montessori and strategies to implement Montessori-based programs for people living with dementia.
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Delirium and dementia

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ALL STATESThis session delivered onsite to your team who are supporting people living with dementia will help participants to recognise symptoms of delirium, identify possible causes, promote recovery and develop prevention strategies for people living with dementia. Dementia increases the risk of developing delirium by approximately five-fold and if untreated can increase the risk of increased length of stay in hospital, further complications, cognitive and functional decline, and mortality.
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Intellectual disability and dementia - Courses - Centre for Dementia Learning | Dementia Australia
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Intellectual disability and dementia

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ALL STATESFor a person with intellectual disability it may be harder to recognise an emerging dementia condition. This workshop delivered onsite helps participants to identify dementia related changes in people who have an existing intellectual disability and build on processes to support your clients through the changing nature of dementia.
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Intimacy, sexuality and dementia

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ALL STATESThis workshop broadly covers the topic of intimacy as we age, with dementia being a key area of focus. It draws out meaningful and inspirational conversations around some of the stigmas and attitudes around this topic. You will challenge your own views and understanding and come away with strategies to transform your current practice.
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Younger onset dementia

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ALL STATESThe term younger onset dementia is used to describe any form of dementia diagnosed in people under the age of 65. Younger onset dementia affects approximately 27,247 Australians. This program will help your team recognise the impact of younger onset dementia and provide them with support strategies and resources.
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Nutrition and dementia: food for thought

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ONLINE$10Poor nutrition is a major health problem for many older people. For people with dementia, maintaining good nutrition is an extra complexity. In this online course you will explore the importance of eating well, the impact of dementia and review the standards and recommendations relevant to your practice in the workplace.
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Quality dementia support in hospitals

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ONLINE$10People with dementia are major consumers of hospital services. This short online course considers the journey through the hospital system for a person with dementia, taking into account some of the associated risks and possible barriers to quality support. It also prompts workplace reflection and provides practical support strategies.
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Supporting behaviour changes during COVID-19 restrictions
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Supporting behaviour changes during COVID-19 restrictions

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ONLINEDue to COVID-19 restrictions, we have all had to adapt and change in the way we go about our daily lives. Adapting to change can be difficult for a person living with dementia, particularly if it impacts on their usual routine and their ability to connect with others. As a result, some people living with dementia may feel isolated, disconnected, and increasingly stressed and may express this through changes in their behaviour. This virtual class will examine behaviour changes of people living with dementia in response to COVID-19 restrictions. Your team will learn how to apply a systematic approach to problem solving changed behaviour and work through positive support strategies for people living with dementia during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Engaging and connecting with people living with dementia through COVID-19
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Engaging and connecting with people living with dementia through COVID-19

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ONLINEThe COVID-19 restrictions have greatly impacted on our opportunity to connect and engage with others in everyday life and meaningful activities. This practical, virtual class will explore creative solutions and ideas to assist your team to engage and connect with people living with dementia in a meaningful way, whilst adhering to social distancing and other COVID-19 restrictions. It will also explore ways to reduce isolation during this time. The classroom contains group work and case studies to ensure that the creative solutions are specific to your workplace and different roles within your team.
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