Meaningful interaction is the basis of a person-centred approach that promotes purposeful engagement with persons with dementia. In this course, participants will gain a basic understanding of challenges faced by person with dementia and learn to engage them meaningfully with effective communication strategies.
Outline
- Signs, symptoms and causes of dementia
- Impact of dementia on the person and caregivers
- Introduction to Person-Centred Care
- Impact of dementia on communication
- Effective communication strategies
- Facilitate meaningful interaction through conversation
20 Bendemeer Road, #01-02, BS Bendemeer Centre
Singapore 339914
Fees
(before GST) NSA subsidised fee for Singaporeans & PR aged 50 and above
(with GST)
The course is SkillsFuture credit eligible
About This Course
Meaningful interaction is the basis of a person-centred approach that promotes purposeful engagement with persons with dementia.
In this course, participants will gain a basic understanding of challenges faced by person with dementia and learn to engage them meaningfully with effective communication strategies.
Application Procedure
All applications must be made online.
Applicants should read through the Dementia Singapore Academy Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions before registering for our workshops.
All registrations received before closing date will be deemed confirmed unless otherwise specified.
Enquiries
For enquiry, please email us at academy@dementia.org.sg.