Dementia Skilled Improving Practice Module 1 Understanding Dementia

Dementia Skilled – Improving Practice Module 1 Understanding Dementia Trainers names April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 1

Learning outcomes • Identify and describe the different causes and types of dementia and understand the symptoms and difficulties people will experience • Understand the concept of the dementia journey and its different stages • Understand the impact of a diagnosis of dementia on the person and their family • Distinguish between dementia, depression and delirium April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 2

Learning outcomes • Explain the risk factors relating to dementia • Reflect on the factors that can influence communication with people with dementia • Understand the impact of the environment on people with dementia • Recognise the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion when working with people with dementia April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 3

Types of dementia • • • Alzheimer’s disease Vascular dementia Mixed Dementia (both of the above) Dementia with Lewy bodies Fronto-temporal dementia Other types of dementia April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 4

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The dementia journey • Keeping well, prevention and finding out its dementia • Living well with increasing help and support • End of life and dying well April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 6

Dementia journey • Take note Each person will experience dementia in their own unique way April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 7

Common difficulties people with dementia experience • Memory loss or forgetfulness • Difficulties with everyday tasks • Difficulties with disorientation and confusion • Language and communication difficulties April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 8

Delirium and dementia • Delirium develops quickly • Delirium can result from an infection • People with dementia are more at risk of delirium April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 9

Depression and dementia • In depression other impairments typical of dementia are not usually present • A depressed person may complain of not being able to remember things but respond to prompts • In severe depression the powers of reasoning and memory may be badly effected April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 10

Risk factors relating to dementia • • Age Genetics Learning Disabilities Physical Health Conditions Diet Smoking Alcohol April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 11

The Impact of diagnosis • People respond in different ways • Some find it – Helpful – A shock – A long awaited explanation April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 12

The impact of dementia on communication • • Choosing incorrect words Use of single words Difficulties in pronunciation Replacing one word with another Difficulty following conversations Difficulty understanding the meaning of words Reduced concentration When English is a second language the person may forget the meaning of words in the second language April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 13

The impact of the environment on people with dementia The physical environment – Décor – Signage – Lighting – Noise levels – Stimulation – Private and communal spaces – Use of assistive technology April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 14

The social and cultural environment Opportunities for – Independence & participation in carrying out activities and self care – Personalised care – Stimulation and Exercise – Social interaction – Links with the community April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 15

Promoting equality & respecting diversity • How do you promote equality and respect diversity? April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 16

For next time Write down any questions that arise between now and next session Read Module 2 Complete activities on page 35 April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 17

Thank you and we will see you on …………. . Contact Details April 2015 From Dementia Skilled Improving Practice NES/SSSC 2011 18