Dementia & Alzheimer's Disease  

Description

The aim of this session is to promote understanding and knowlege associated with caring for a person with dementia and/or Alzheimer's Disease and the implications of the disease. We will review the major issues affecting carers in relation to providing care for persons with the disability.
At completing this session Carers will be able to:

• Define the terms "dementia" and "alzheimer's Disease" and first signs that may indicate somthing is wrong
•Determine the common reations and emotions experienced by carers
•Identifying the role of the carer
•Identify supports and services [mainstream and alternative] to assist the client
•Identify the adjustments that have to be made to the lifestyle of the client and their role within the family group
•Identify supports and services to assist carers in the community.