Developing a resource for the SWDP website Tina Kukstas

Presentation Outline Background: The Gloucestershire Model Overview of the new resources for wider use across the region. Progress to date Your help with possible next steps

Gloucestershire Dementia Training Model Stepped opportunities for learning Variety of learning opportunities Pathway to follow Widely available and freely accessible Non accredited options to learn about dementia

Glos Dementia Training Pathway Common Induction: Alzheimers Society: ‘Starting out in Dementia Care’ booklet Step 1: On site dementia learning using 3 file resource pack Step 2: Attendance on formal dementia training/On site learning using a 3 file resource pack. Step 3: Completion of accredited certificate in dementia care

Gloucestershire Model: 3 Files Resource File: Blue File – Powerpoint Presentations : 4 – Workbooks: 2 – E.Learning written information Research File: Green File – Alzheimer's Society fact sheets: 5 – NICE quick reference guide – Further reading : Research articles ect Admin File: Yellow File – Skills for care – knowledge set for dementia : Progress Log/Main Document – Certificates of completion of learning & further admin info – Dementia Training Pathway

New Training material based on Gloucestershire approach Workbook 1: Essential Dementia Awareness Workbook 2 Further Knowledge in Dementia Bite size PPPs to support workbooks

Advisory group: Diane Bardsley, South West Development Centre Jan Ellis, Gloucestershire Primary Care Trust Rebecca Hardwick, South West Development Centre

Links Linked to: Qualifications and Credit Framework, learning outcomes for dementia (QCF), Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) and Common Induction Standard 7

Features of the workbooks non- accredited resources available free to support those that work with people who have dementia. supported by PowerPoint presentations links within the workbook which direct to other resources available to build on the knowledge given. exercises within the workbook and the short quiz at the end.

Use of language and terminology User friendly Use of SCIE resources directing to specific E.learning modules Uses pictures and diagrams

Workbook 1:Learning outcomes: Be able to describe dementia Understand the different symptoms of dementia Gain awareness of person centred approaches Understand changes that can happen through the dementia journey Be able to consider the affect dementia has on a person’s feelings and emotions Know that there are different types of dementia Understand the differences between dementia, depression and delirium

Workbook 1 content: 1.What is dementia? 2.What causes dementia? 3.Diagnosing dementia 4.The dementia journey 5.What does having dementia mean for a person? 6.Effect on feelings & emotions 7.Behaviours that challenge us 8.Person Centred Approaches 9.Supporting the person with dementia 10.Some other causes of confusion

Workbook 2:Learning outcomes Know how the brain is affected when a person has dementia and be able link this to the difficulties the person may experience Gain awareness of how physical health is important to a person with dementia Understand about how person centred care and positive communication can improve well being for people with dementia. Identify different legislation which effects people with dementia Gain knowledge about the different medications available for people with dementia Understand how diverse the experience of dementia can be Understand the importance of working with family and friends of people with dementia

Workbook 2 content: 1.Further knowledge about the causes of dementia including information about the brain 2.Common difficulties 3.General health and wellbeing 4.Further knowledge about Person Centred Care 5.Positive and effective communication 6.Equality and diversity 7.Life history work 8.Behaviours that challenge us. 9.Medication for people with dementia 10.Safeguarding issues including abuse and neglect 11.Legislation: Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty, Equalities Act. 12.Supporting and working with families and friends of people with dementia.

Progress to date Current Drafts out for Consultation on workbooks 1&2 Feedback from consultation due 18 th March Final version to be available on website 1 st April

Future Developments Series of Workbook 3’s Further depth to particular subject areas on dementia ‘Behaviours that challenge’ What would be your choice of subject areas? Discussion/feedback