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Dementia

Top Rated5(3 reviews)

Working in the care sector, it is critical to have an awareness of dementia and how it can impact those you care for and their families. This course is suitable for anyone who is looking to expand their understanding of the condition and how best to support people to live a full and dignified life with dementia.

9 Modules1 hour
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What you'll learn

  • Dementia is a group of brain conditions that affect memory, thinking, behaviour, and emotions.
  • Learn about Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia.
  • Recognise common signs such as memory loss, confusion, mood changes, and difficulty with daily tasks.
  • Understand why early diagnosis supports care planning, treatment, and better support for people with dementia.
  • Learn how the Irish health and social care system supports people living with dementia.
  • Understand how a safe and calm care setting can support comfort, dignity, and daily wellbeing.
  • Learn how good nutrition and fluid intake can support health and reduce common care risks.
  • Understand how continence care can protect dignity, comfort, skin health, and personal wellbeing.
  • Develop clear and caring communication skills when supporting people with dementia.
  • Learn how person centred care can respect choice, independence, rights, and individual needs.
  • Understand the role of family carers and care staff in supporting people living with dementia in Ireland.
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Modules

  • What is Dementia
  • Types of Dementia
  • Common Signs and Symptoms
  • The Importance of Early Diagnosis
  • Dementia and Environment
  • Nutrition and Fluids
  • Supporting Continence
  • Delivering Person Centred Care
  • Summary
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vinod

vinod

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5

Thank you to gain a good knowledge about dementia and its management

Posted on 22/02/2026

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Osadebe

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5

am delighted to be part of this

Posted on 23/02/2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dementia is a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities that interfere with daily life. It is not a disease itself but a progressive decline in cognitive function caused by various conditions.

Common types include Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and mixed dementia. Each type has different causes, symptoms, and progression patterns.

Early signs include memory loss, difficulty finding words, confusion about time or place, poor judgment, mood or behavior changes, and difficulty managing everyday tasks.

Early diagnosis allows access to treatment and support, helps with future planning, improves quality of life, reduces safety risks, and enables individuals and families to make informed care decisions.