Connections in Care: Understanding Dementia and Beyond Building trust, safety, and comfort for people with complex needs
This course is guided by the lived voices of people who are living with dementia and co-occurring conditions such as mood disorders, anxiety, or traumatic brain injury (TBI). The wisdom shared through these voices shapes every section of the course and reminds you of one essential truth: relationships are the heart of care. In this course, you’ll learn how to build meaningful relationships—relationships that honor identity, respect emotions, and create space for connection in everyday moments.
Understanding Dementia
Understanding Dementia is a 60 minute- course designed to provide you with an overview of dementia and enhance the dementia services you offer. Whether you are a seasoned care partner for those living with dementia or new to this role, the Understanding Dementia course will provide you with relatable and easily understood dementia education. This course was driven by true experts in dementia, the people living with dementia! Learn from members of National Council Dementia Minds as they share insights into how to best support a person living with the disease.