The person centred approach to the care and support of individuals with dementia

Learning Outcome

1. Understand approaches that enable individuals with dementia to experience well-being

1.1 Describe what is meant by a person centred approach

1.2 Outline the benefits of working with an individual with dementia in a person centred manner

2. Understand the role of carers in the care and support of individuals with dementia

2.1 Describe the role that carers can have in the care and support of individuals with dementia

2.2 Explain the value of developing a professional working relationship with carers

3.Understand the roles of others in the support of individuals with dementia

3.1 Describe the roles of others in the care and support of individuals with dementia

3.2 Explain when it may be necessary to refer to others when supporting individuals with dementia

3.3 Explain how to access the additional support of others when supporting individuals with dementia