This training looks at the important role of family and friends in supporting a person living with dementia. It explores the impact of being a carer, as well as the importance of self-care for both families and workers. The course focuses on building strong communication and partnerships with carers to provide the best support for the person receiving support.

By the end of this training, you will understand the role of family, friends and carers, and how caring can affect their health and wellbeing. You will know how to make decisions about when carers and family should be involved, and how to share responsibilities in a respectful and clear way. You will also be able to seek input and feedback from carers and families to improve individual planning and outcomes.