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SUMMARY:Improving End of Life Care for People with Learning Disabilities & Autistic People
DESCRIPTION:Course fee: Fully funded \n2 hour session via MS Teams \nThis webinar introduces the Central East ICS guidance on delivering high‑quality\, equitable end of life care for people with learning disabilities and autistic people. It will support health and social care professionals\, paid carers\, and families to better recognise when someone may be approaching the end of life\, start timely and appropriate conversations\, and put person‑centred plans in place. \nThe session will explore key principles including early identification\, reasonable adjustments\, inclusive advance care planning\, communication needs\, mental capacity\, and coordinated working across services. Practical tools such as the Gold Standards Framework\, ReSPECT\, Health Action Plans\, and accessible resources will be highlighted to support consistent\, compassionate care that respects dignity\, choice\, and individual wishes at every stage of the end‑of‑life pathway. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand Central East ICS guidance on equitable end of life care for people with learning disabilities and autistic people\nRecognise when someone may be approaching the end of life and the importance of early identification\nSupport inclusive\, person‑centred conversations and advance care planning\, including communication needs and mental capacity\nIdentify reasonable adjustments and the role of families\, carers and professionals\nUnderstand how tools such as the Gold Standards Framework\, ReSPECT and Health Action Plans support coordinated\, compassionate care\n\nClick here to book\n*Please note: Delegates who are late may not be admitted into the training.
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/improving-end-of-life-care-for-people-with-learning-disabilities-autistic-people/
LOCATION:Virtual Classroom
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SUMMARY:Supporting Young onset Dementia in Hertfordshire care settings
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCourse fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £25+VAT | Non-member: £50+VAT  \nHalf day course at HCPA Campus\nThis course increases understanding of young onset dementia and explores the unique challenges that can arise when supporting people who develop dementia at a younger age. It highlights the differences between young onset and later life dementia and considers the emotional\, social\, and practical impact on individuals\, families\, and services. \nThe course supports staff to recognise early signs and symptoms\, respond sensitively to complex needs\, and provide person centred\, age appropriate support. It also looks at partnership working\, signposting\, and the importance of involving families and wider support networks. \nEntry Requirements: Learners should have completed their staff induction and have basic awareness of dementia as a minimum. \nLearning objectives:\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to:\n• Recognise the signs and symptoms of young onset dementia\n• Understand the specific challenges faced by individuals living with young onset dementia\n• Support individuals with:\n– Emotional challenges\n– Personal care needs\n– Sex and relationships\n– Employment and work related issues\n• Understand the impact of young onset dementia on family members and friends and how to support them\n• Communicate effectively and respectfully to maintain dignity and person centred care\n• Understand how and where to refer for further assessment\, support\, and specialist services\n• Be aware of local and national young onset dementia support services \nStandards mapping\nThis course is mapped to the dementia care standards:\n• Person centred care\n• Responding to changes in dependency\n• Carer and family involvement\n• Respect and dignity\n• Effective communication\n• Skills and competence\n• Supportive environment\n• Meaningful activities and engagement\n• Collaborative multidisciplinary working \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/supporting-young-onset-dementia-in-hertfordshire-care-settings/
LOCATION:HCPA\, Mundells Campus\, Mundells\, Welwyn Garden City\, AL7 1FT
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SUMMARY:Therapeutic Observation in Dementia Care - Best Practice for 1:1 Support
DESCRIPTION:Course fee: HCPA Standard Member: Fully funded*\nAssociate/Network Member: £10+VAT | Non-member: £20+VAT \n1.5 hour online session via Virtual Classroom\n\nThis course supports care staff to deliver safe\, effective\, and person centred one to one support for people living with dementia. It focuses on best practice in special observation\, helping staff understand when and why it is used\, their responsibilities\, and how to use it in a way that benefits both the person receiving care and the staff providing support. \nThe course uses practical examples to explore communication\, approach\, spotting distress\, and responding appropriately. It also provides guidance on de escalation techniques to reduce behaviours of distress and support positive outcomes. \nEntry Requirements: Learners should have completed their staff induction and have basic awareness of dementia as a minimum. \nLearning Outcomes:\nBy the end of this course\, participants will be able to:\n• Understand the purpose of special observation in dementia care\n• Identify the benefits and challenges of providing one to one support\n• Describe best practice in special observation\n• Understand their responsibilities when carrying out special observation\n• Develop communication skills and approaches that support people living with dementia\n• Recognise signs of distress and respond appropriately\n• Use techniques to de escalate behaviours of distress and promote wellbeing \nStandards mapping\nThis course is mapped to the new dementia care standards:\n• Person centred care\n• Responsive support for changing dependency\n• Respect and dignity\n• Skills and competence\n• Supportive environment\n• Meaningful activities and engagement\n• Culture of positive behavioural support\n• Leadership for dementia excellence \n*Please note: As per our T&C’s\, this course carries a fee in the event of non-attendance\, non-completion or late cancellation.\nBookings of more than two delegates per site may be amended to allow access to all member organisations at the discretion of HCPA.\nDelegates who are late may not be admitted into the training and a cost incurred
URL:https://www.hcpa.info/courses/therapeutic-observation-best-practice-for-11-support/
LOCATION:Virtual Classroom
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