Down Syndrome

New Course:

Down Syndrome and Dementia

Currently available 'In House' only

Trainers:  SALLY SLATER or CLARE GRACE

Programme:

Welcome and introductions.  Domestic arrangements.

Getting older with Down Syndrome - characteristics of Down Syndrome and how they may develop, giving rise to misdiagnosis of dementia

Dementia - manifestations of dementia

Physical considerations - looking at environmental adaptiations including atmoshphere, approach and activities.

Communication - support for understanding communication including augmentative and alternative systems.

Emotional considerations - looking at support for anxiety, distraction techniques, how to calm.

Reality orientation - using systems and activities to help support lack of understanding.

Challenging behaviours - how to address challenging or inappropriate behaviours

Health support - including eating and drinking problems, medication and epilepsy.

Questions and close.

 

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