ONLINE TRAINING
Join our lead trainer, Kate Thubron, for a series of online training workshops designed to offer an introduction or refresher on key topics for those supporting individuals living with dementia care.
Our online training sessions are delivered on Teams, costing £40pp + booking fees.
If you would like to book a private training session for your team, please make an enquiry to secure a date convenient to you.
Dementia, Intimacy and Relationships
Join us for our workshop around the delicate yet vital topics of dementia, sex, intimacy, and relationships. Lets get talking!
Join our workshop on Dementia, Intimacy, and Relationships, where you will explore the vital role of connection and affection in the lives of individuals living with dementia. This session will cover practical approaches to nurturing intimacy and maintaining meaningful relationships, focusing on communication techniques and emotional support. You’ll gain valuable insights into fostering a sense of security and belonging for those affected by dementia, as well as strategies to engage family members and caregivers.
Creating Supportive Spaces: Designing Dementia-Friendly Environments
Join us for an immersive three-hour online workshop exploring the vital concept of dementia-friendly design! Backed by research-based evidence, this session delves into the intricacies of crafting environments that support individuals with dementia. Led by a specialist occupational therapist, this workshop goes beyond care homes, focusing on designing spaces in communities and within homes to empower and assist individuals affected by dementia.
Discover innovative approaches and evidence-backed strategies that transcend traditional care settings, enabling participants to create supportive environments in diverse spaces. This workshop isn't just for professionals—it's for anyone eager to make a difference.
Learn how thoughtful design can positively impact daily life for those with dementia, fostering independence, safety, and comfort. From layout considerations to sensory elements, this workshop offers practical insights and actionable guidance.
Brain Changes: A Positive and Mindful Approach - Teepa Snow PAC workshop
Join us to learn more about the changing brain in Dementia Care. Trained by Teepa Snow PAC trainer, focusing on how we can support better
Discover how dementia affects the brain and gain practical strategies for better care in our Teepa Snow Brain Changes Workshop. Led by an accredited UK trainer, this workshop explores the neurological impact of dementia, helping caregivers and professionals understand its effects on behaviour, communication, and daily life.
Teepa Snow GEMS Brain Changes Model
Join us to learn more about the Brain changes GEMS model ( Teepa Snow) and how we can support individuals living with Dementia!
Learn from a certified UK Teepa Snow trainer about the GEMS® model, which focuses on the strengths and abilities of individuals with dementia rather than their losses. This approach helps carers and professionals offer more personalised and compassionate support by understanding the brain changes at each stage of dementia.
The Teepa Snow GEMS® Brain Change Model classifies stages of dementia into six "gems," each reflecting different abilities, allowing carers to adjust their care to improve the individual’s quality of life.
Positive Practical's for Dementia Friendly Mealtimes
Get ready for a virtual event where we'll share practical tips for creating a dementia-friendly mealtime experience
Learn how to create dementia-friendly mealtimes in our workshop, which covers practical strategies for adapting the dining environment and supporting individuals living with dementia to eat well and enjoy their meals. You’ll gain valuable insights into improving nutrition, enhancing the dementia dining experience, and promoting independence during meals. After attending, you’ll be equipped to implement these approaches and improve the overall mealtime experience for those living with dementia in your care.
Caring with Dignity: End-of-Life Considerations
Let's talk about how to provide respect and provide compassionate care for those living with dementia at the end of their lives.
This workshop focuses on the critical aspects of providing compassionate end-of-life care for individuals living with dementia. Participants will explore best practices for supporting both the individual and their families during this sensitive time, including effective communication strategies and emotional support techniques.
Attendees will learn how to navigate the complexities of end-of-life decisions and create a peaceful environment that respects the dignity and wishes of those with dementia. By the end of the workshop, participants will be better equipped to offer empathetic care and ensure a meaningful end-of-life experience for individuals and their loved ones.
Communicating with Compassion: Managing Distressed Behaviours in Dementia
Learn how to effectively communicate with individuals exhibiting distressed behaviours in dementia care during this online event.
This introductory workshop designed to equip participants with the skills needed to understand communication challenges faced by individuals living with dementia, particularly those experiencing distress. Together, we will explore practical strategies to support people with communication difficulties and provide effective assistance to those who may be in distress.
By the end of this workshop, you will be better prepared to create supportive environments and enhance the quality of care for individuals facing communication barriers and distress.
An Introduction to the Montessori Approach to Dementia Care
Join us to learn more about the Montessori approach to Dementia care and how you can implement this into your practice!
This workshop introduces integrating Montessori principles into dementia care. Participants will explore how these innovative techniques can enhance engagement, promote independence, and improve the quality of life for individuals living with dementia.
Attendees will learn how to create supportive environments that encourage meaningful interactions and stimulate cognitive function. By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped with valuable tools and strategies to implement Montessori approaches in their care practices.
Setting up a Cognitive Stimulation Therapy group in your setting
Join us to learn more about Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for people living with Dementia and how you can set a group up!
Discover how to set up a Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) group and gain essential tools in our workshop, led by experienced Occupational Therapists. This training will provide you with the skills and confidence to deliver effective CST sessions, designed to improve cognitive function and wellbeing in individuals with mild to moderate dementia. After attending, you'll be fully equipped with the knowledge and support to start your own CST group and make a positive impact on those you care for.
Providing Individual Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (ICST) in Dementia Care
This interactive online course provides a comprehensive introduction to Individual Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (iCST) — a person-centred approach designed to support cognitive function, communication, and wellbeing for individuals living with dementia.
Delivered by experienced facilitators, the course will equip you with the knowledge and practical tools to deliver meaningful, one-to-one iCST sessions. Ideal for carers, activity coordinators, support workers, and health and social care professionals, this workshop blends theory with real-world application to help you make a positive impact in dementia care.
Positive Practical's for Dementia Friendly Mealtimes
Get ready for a virtual event where we'll share practical tips for creating a dementia-friendly mealtime experience
Learn how to create dementia-friendly mealtimes in our workshop, which covers practical strategies for adapting the dining environment and supporting individuals living with dementia to eat well and enjoy their meals. You’ll gain valuable insights into improving nutrition, enhancing the dementia dining experience, and promoting independence during meals. After attending, you’ll be equipped to implement these approaches and improve the overall mealtime experience for those living with dementia in your care.
Communicating with Compassion: Managing Distressed Behaviours in Dementia
Learn how to effectively communicate with individuals exhibiting distressed behaviours in dementia care during this online event.
This comprehensive two-day workshop is designed to equip participants with the skills needed to understand communication challenges faced by individuals living with dementia, particularly those experiencing distress. Spanning 6 hours over two half days, this workshop will explore practical strategies to support people with communication difficulties and provide effective assistance to those who may be in distress. Teepa Snow approach.
Throughout the course, you will engage in interactive discussions, role-playing exercises, and case studies that foster a deeper understanding of the emotional and cognitive challenges faced by those with dementia. It is essential to attend both days to complete the course and fully benefit from the insights and techniques shared. By the end of this workshop, you will be better prepared to create supportive environments and enhance the quality of care for individuals facing communication barriers and distress.
Please note this training is split across two days:
Thursday 08th October : 10am-1pm
Friday 09th October : 10am-1pm
Brain Changes: A Positive and Mindful Approach - Teepa Snow PAC workshop
An interactive session for makers and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas.
Teepa Snow GEMS Brain Changes Model
An interactive session for makers and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas.
Setting up a Cognitive Stimulation Therapy group in your setting
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