Understanding Changes in Behaviour - Online

This session provides an introduction to dementia and changes to the brain, effects on behaviour and the impacts of changed behaviour. It will introduce problem solving models, including strategies to minimise and respond to changed behaviour.

You will gain knowledge in:

• changed behaviours related to dementia
• recognising triggers and contributing factors to behaviour change
• approaches to problem solving changed behaviours.

Suitable for: Family carers and family members of people living with dementia. This session is not suitable for professionals employed in the health or aged care sectors.

Dementia Australia's facilitators have specialist dementia knowledge, skills and experience. This session is delivered interactively, you will be encouraged to share your experiences alongside other participants giving you an opportunity to develop new support networks.

FAQs

How do I access the online session?

You will be contacted via the phone number you have registered with for a brief chat. The information to access the online program will be provided upon confirmation of eligibility for the program and registration with Dementia Australia. This event will be delivered using Microsoft Teams. If you have not used Teams previously our team member will provide support before the event to ensure you can join in with ease.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

For event related enquiries, please contact our booking line on 1800 588 699 or you can email us at qld.booking@dementia.org.au

Alternatively for general enquires you can contact the National Dementia Helpline on 1800 100 500 or email helpline@dementia.org.au

How can I find out about other events being run by Dementia Australia?

Visit the Dementia Australia website and view the Events Calendar.

What is available to professionals?

This event is not suitable for professional carers or people employed in the health or aged care industries. The resources, content and delivery will not meet the needs of professionals. To explore Dementia Australia’s range of professional development please visit the Centre for Dementia Learning.