Understanding Dementia

Session Overview

This session will help you gain an understanding of what to expect as dementia advances.  Learning includes:

• What is dementia – find out about the different types
• What range of symptoms can it cause
• Changes in perception – how we see the world
• Improving communication
• Tips on how to help with eating and drinking and distress
• Understanding Sundowning and Delirium
• Supporting through signposting (list of support organisations)

Details

• Length: 2hrs
• Suitable for: Unpaid carers (family/friend). This session is mainly geared towards family carers to help them in their caring role. If you are a professional who wishes to attend in a personal capacity or are attending so that you can better support family carers, then this session will also be suitable for you.
• Delivered: online via Microsoft Teams and in person
• Funding: Only people who live in Cheshire East can attend these sessions for free.

Session Dates for Cheshire East people only

• Thursday, 6 November 2025:  9:30 am to 11:30 am online via Microsoft Teams
• Tuesday, 2 September 2025 at Berries Cafe, Nantwich Road, Wrenbury CW5 8EW

Bespoke Booking

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