Dementia Rehabilitation

Who should attend?

Health professionals working or interested in working in clinical rehabilitation.

Course content

This course will explore optimal management and rehabilitation of those with dementia. Presentations and patterns of functional and cognitive decline, a review of current evidence and practice guidelines, cognitive assessment, how to promote independence, and manage changes in behaviour while responding to needs will be explored.

Learning outcomes

• Provide an introduction to ageing, the brain and dementia and review the latest neuroscientific research
• Review preventative and therapeutic approaches to dementia care
• Review the assessment and treatment of cognitive and physical function
• Discuss the psychosocial issues of dementia and community living, discuss the challenges this creates for the patient and caregiver and address strategies to positively influence function and rehabilitation.

CPD and Credits

Participants will be eligible to earn CPD points for professional association and registration requirements.

Facilitator

Susan Rampling, Lecturer in Clinical Rehabilitation