July 2011 newsletter
Did you know?
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... that about two thirds of all people with dementia live at home? Supporting people to remain in their own homes for as long as possible is a key objective of the national dementia strategies. Following on the success of the Best Practice for Healthcare Assistants courses for staff working in hospitals and care homes, a new course is being developed which has been designed to provide domiciliary care staff with an opportunity to learn about dementia and solutions to the challenges of caring for people in their own home in terms of safety and standards of care. The course content supports the Standards of Care for Dementia in Scotland , 2011 and the Common Core Principles for Supporting People with Dementia (Skills for Care, Skills for Health, Department of Health 2011) Nicola Sturgeon, Cabinet Secretary for Health, will launch the programme at DSDC, Stirling on 8th September 2011 (10am-2.00pm). Join us at the Free Launch Event for an overview of the course, to examine the course materials and to meet the team. To book a place for this event please complete this booking form or for more information please contact lynsey.manson@stir.ac.uk
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The countdown begins... |
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... for the DSDC Dementia Champion Programme for staff working in acute care settings... If you are interested in more information please contact us.
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***LAST CHANCE TO APPLY***15 week online courses starting in Autumn 2011 |
Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma/MSc
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Undergraduate Transitions in dementia care – Starts 1st Sept Improving dementia care - Starts 5th Sept
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STARTS 30th August 2011 – Apply before 12th August
We still have a few places remaining for the Autumn 2011 intake of our core postgraduate programme in dementia studies which offers students the opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge on theory, policy and practice in this field. This flexible programme allows students to graduate with a PG cert after one year, a Diploma after the second year or complete the MSc in three years.
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For further information please contact Jennifer Anderson, jennifer.anderson@stir.ac.uk or Tel 01786 467746
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Catriona’s race for Grandad |
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Catriona Walker’s grandad, Joseph, had many titles - war hero, role model, father, husband, grandad, but above all a gentleman to the end. Catriona is taking part in a 10k run in memory of her late grandad, and to raise funds to help people with dementia and their carers. Read Catriona’s story on our website and visit her JustGiving page to help her reach her target.
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The last taboo: a guide to dementia, sexuality, intimacy and sexual behaviour in care homes |
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The need for affection, intimacy and relationships for people with dementia in care homes has too often been ignored and side-lined in policy and practice, according to a new guide by the International Longevity Centre – UK. The last taboo: A guide to dementia, sexuality, intimacy and sexual behaviour in care homes provides care home workers and managers with information and practical advice about this complex, controversial and sensitive issue. To download a full copy of the guide please go to: http://www.ilcuk.org.uk/record.jsp?type=publication&ID=95
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