Explore training to support evidence-based dementia care.
This topic explores how communication changes in dementia can affect a person’s ability to stay socially engaged and connected, and how simple strategies can help.Throughout the session, you and your...
This resource includes five short learning videos (2–3 minutes each) designed for anyone supporting people living with dementia, including healthcare professionals, carers, support workers, and...
This module deepens understanding of how past and ongoing trauma, including loss of land, language, and family, affects the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples...
This module focuses on translating culturally safe dementia care principles into day-to-day practice. Learners explore practical ways to apply person-centred and trauma-aware approaches when...
This 15-minute module will introduce you to changed behaviour. You will develop knowledge and skills to identify changed behaviour and respond appropriately to reduce their negative impact. It is...
This module helps multicultural aged care workers draw on their cultural strengths as a basis for developing culturally safe dementia care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
This workshop introduces dementia, focusing on how the brain is affected and how these changes influence behaviour. Participants will explore the critical role of communication and the impact of pain...
The Appropriate Use of Medicines in Dementia Care Activity Cards are an interactive learning resource designed for residential aged care teams. This suite of eight case-based cards supports short,...
This workshop is designed for staff who work directly with people living with dementia. They will gain practical skills and a deeper understanding of dementia and its impact on the brain.About the...
In this module, you will learn what cultural safety means and how to review your own work practices through a cultural safety lens. You will plan one practical action to strengthen cultural safety in...
In this course, you will learn about dementia as a syndrome and its impact on Australia, how to recognise dementia and cognitive impairment, and how it progresses over time. You will also have access...
This resource provides an outline of applicable Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) item codes applicable to the diagnostic pathway for the assessment and management of dementia. It covers initial...
A comprehensive guide to essential dementia resources for General Practice. Quick links to reputable organisations, RACGP resources and a selection of validated cognitive screening tools. This...
Practical tools and suggestions are provided throughout the checklist serving as a useful resource for GPs. This is a downloadable resource for you to apply in practice.
This resource provides an outline of potential activities to cover during appointments for a person with cognitive change. It covers initial history, cognitive assessment, examination, investigation...
This virtual classroom session will assist residential care staff to identify the need for and implement the behaviour support plan. Participants will be given an overview of the ABC approach when...
