Ageing & Learning Difficulties

This course is open to anyone who is working within a residential care and support setting.It contains information for care and support workers who would like a greater understanding of the processes involved with ageing and learning difficulties. Course Structure:Introduction and welcomeExplanation of the course
Tutor introduction to delegates (background)
Delegate introduction to each other
PaperworkHow is Ageing defined?The 4 stages of AgeingCombining effects of Ageing and Learning DifficultiesRights and acts Age, Health, Disease & CultureHow Ageing affects the body - Cardiovascular;Nervous system; Sensory system; Respiratory system; Musculoskeletal system; Skin; Urinary;Reproductive system & Endocrine systemDigestive system & dietary requirements Ageing & ExerciseHealth and fitness benefitsPressure Area CareDementia & Alzheimer’sDefining Dementia & Alzheimers3 Stages of DementiaCaring for Dementia sufferersGroup activityHealthy AgeingDowns SyndromeOlder People with Learning Difficulties Communication IssuesPoor HearingVisual ImpairmentCommunicating effectively Government PapersGOLD (Growing Older with Learning Disabilities)The Edinburgh PrinciplesSummary