Introduction to Palliative Dementia Care

Session Overview

Designed for health and social care staff working hands-on with people living with dementia, this engaging half-day session explores the principles of palliative dementia care.

The session will support you to recognise the changing needs of people with dementia, from early symptoms, to as they approach the later stages of life.

We will address how to respond with compassionate, person-centred care, and do this together in this safe space to discuss and explore practice.

You will consider communication, hands on support, comfort care & symptom awareness, as well as the importance of supporting dignity, wellbeing, and those important to the person.

Learning Outcomes

You will be able to answer the following questions:

• What is palliative dementia care?

• How does dementia progress in the later stages of life?

• What matters most when supporting comfort, dignity, and wellbeing?

• How can I communicate effectively with a person living with dementia as their needs change?

• How do I work confidently within the Mental Capacity Act?

• What practical approaches can I use in day-to-day care?

• Where can I get more support for my role from End of Life Partnership?

Details

• Length: half-day, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
• Suitable for: All healthcare assistants and social care carer workforce working hands on with people.
• Delivered: face to face, The End of Life Education Hub, Crewe, CW1 4RJ. 
• Funding: Fully funded for staff working in Cheshire East Place as part of the Foundations Palliative Care Programme.

Dates

Funded for Cheshire East Place staff. 

• Tuesday, 23rd September 2026,  1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
• Tuesday, 28th January 2027, 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

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Location

For face to face bookings. Free parking available on site.

Bespoke Booking

We would love to work with you, contact us to explore a bespoke session for your organisation.