Course description
Alzheimer's and dementia are becoming more prevalent in our world today than ever before. This diploma on caring for Alzheimer's and dementia patients will give you real-life tips, whether you are a professional carer or caring for a loved one. This disease is a prevalent neurodegenerative condition characterised by cognitive decline. Although this course focuses on Alzheimer's, a specific form of dementia, it delves into all forms of this disease and its stages. Investigate these stages and explore effective communication strategies to help you understand triggers as the disease advances.
As Alzheimer's progresses, caregivers play a pivotal role in addressing daily needs, promoting independence and creating a supportive environment. Personal care assistance, safety measures, and home adaptations are essential. Medications, regular medical check-ups, and nutritional considerations are part of the medical aspects and treatment. Tailoring activities to cognitive abilities, managing challenging behaviours and promoting dignity are hands-on techniques for caregiving.
This course examines emotional well-being, encompassing grief, loss, and emotional support for individuals with Alzheimer's and caregivers. Coping with caregiver stress involves recognising burnout and implementing self-care strategies. Financial considerations and end-of-life care round out a holistic care plan in this course. Nurturing joy, preparing for end-of-life decisions, and providing grief support complete the comprehensive approach to Alzheimer's and dementia care in this engaging course from Alison.
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Training content
Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease
Description: This module discusses the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease and explains how Alzheimer's progresses. It also discusses the early signs and symptoms to be aware of and the myths surrounding this debilitating disease.
- Learning Outcomes
- Differentiating Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
- Understanding the Progressive Nature of Alzheimer's Disease
- Risk Factors and Common Myths of Alzheimer's Disease
- Lesson Summary
Alzheimer's Disease Progression and Challenges
Description: This module explores the stages of Alzheimer's disease and the challenges that progression brings. We will provide some communication and behaviour strategies to enable you to communicate with individuals and manage their behaviour and triggers effectively.
- Learning Outcomes
- Stages of Alzheimer's Progression
- Communication and Behavioural Strategies
- Effective Communication Techniques and Understanding Triggers
- Lesson Summary
Providing Comprehensive Care
Description: This module looks at the daily needs of Alzheimer's and dementia patients and includes dealing with challenging situations and creating supportive environments. It also looks at the latest information regarding medical care and how to cope with caregiver stress.
- Learning Outcomes
- Caring for Daily Needs
- Daily Challenges and Creating a Supportive Environment
- Medical Aspects and Treatment
- Lesson Summary
Caring for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients - Assessment 1
Description: This module has been created as a formative assessment and is intended to help you reinforce your learning and understanding from modules one to three.
- Assessment: Caring for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients - Assessment 1
Health and Well-being
Description: This module explores the nutritional considerations for those with Alzheimer's or dementia. It discusses the importance of maintaining overall health and engaging patients with engaging activities in more detail and how to tailor activities to abilities and interests.
- Learning Outcomes
- Nutrition and Food Safety
- Activities for Physical Health
- Activities for Cognitive and Emotional Health
- Dignity and Respect in Care
- Lesson Summary
Legal, Financial and Emotional Considerations
Description: This module discusses all the legal implications surrounding Alzheimer's and dementia and addresses the planning encompassing end-of-life care in the challenges surrounding transitioning from assisted living to a frail care or nursing home facility.
- Learning Outcomes
- Building a Holistic Care Plan
- Legal Planning and Consideration
- Legal Documents Explained
- Financial Considerations
- Supporting Emotional Well-being
- Coping with Caregiver Stress
- Lesson Summary
Understanding End-of-Life Care for Alzheimer's Patients
Description: This module discusses all the end-of-life decisions surrounding Alzheimer's patients. It covers the importance of nurturing joy and meaning in their life and prepares patients for end-of-life decisions and death.
- Learning Outcomes
- End of Life Care
- Nurturing Joy and Meaning in Alzheimer's Care
- Preparing for End-of-Life Decisions
- Understanding the Grief and Bereavement Process
- Lesson Summary
Caring for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients - Assessment 2
Description: This module has been created as a formative assessment and is intended to help you reinforce your learning and understanding of the modules 5 to 7 from the course, Diploma in Caring for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients
- Assessment: Caring for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients - Assessment 2
Course assessment
- Assessment: Diploma in Caring for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients - Course Assessment
Certification / Credits
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Distinguish dementia from Alzheimer's disease
- Outline the symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer's and the myths surrounding them
- Discuss some effective communication techniques for individuals suffering from Alzheimer's disease
- Evaluate available medications and treatments for Alzheimer's
- Generate self-care strategies for caregivers, including stress management and respite
- Review the nutritional challenges for middle and late-stage Alzheimer’s patients
- Explain the importance of professional legal and financial guidance
- List the steps required to create a financial plan for individuals with Alzheimer’s
- Describe the role of caregivers in providing grief and bereavement support
- Recall the ethical obligations of caregivers
- Recall Alzheimer's progresses and its stages
- Identify and tailor physical activities for the different stages of the disease
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