Training principles

All the courses that are devised by Dementia Works are based on a person focussed approach to care. The training will deploy a variety of training and learning methods which concentrate on staff exploring issues in working with people with dementia. Staff will have the opportunity to develop skills and practices which can be transferred back to the workplace. All training is based on an anti discriminatory and anti ageist approach.

Training provided by Dementia Works Ltd. aims to value all staff that attend and adopts a person centred approach in its training. The learning environment that is promoted is one that adheres and promotes principles and practices supporting adult learning and values the contributions of all the participants.

All Training carried out by Dementia Works Ltd. is underpinned by the main principles of the Care Standards NCS 2001:

Dignity

To be treated with dignity and respect at all times
To enjoy a full range of social relationships

Privacy

To have your privacy and property respected
To be free from unnecessary intrusion

Choice

Make informed choices whilst recognising the rights of other people to do the same
Know about the range of choices

Safety

To feel safe and secure in all aspects of life including health and wellbeing
To enjoy safety but not to be overprotected
To be free from exploitation and abuse

Realising potential

To have the opportunity to achieve all you can
To make full use of resources that are available to you
To make the most of your life

Equality and diversity

To live an independent life, rich in purpose, meaning and personal fulfillment
To be valued for your ethnic background, language, culture and faith
To be treated equally and live in an environment which is free from bullying, harassment and discrimination
To be able to complain effectively without fear of censure

NCS (2001) Care Homes for Older People. The Stationery Office. Edinburgh