Understanding Dementia

Targeted at Any member
Duration 1 day

As part of UNISON’s commitment to continuing professional development we are offering the Dementia Study Day targeted at nurses, social workers and ambulance staff. However, it may be of interest to members working in other areas.

This is a full day event

• To provide staff with an understanding of the clinical condition of dementia.
• To understanding a psycho-social approach to people with dementia.
• To consider the meaning of behaviour that challenges in people with dementia and strategies to support people.
• To explore the issue of pain management in people with dementia.
• To identify practical ways to support people with dementia.

Tutor: Maria McManus, Dementia Services Development Centre

Date: Tuesday 10th June 2008
Location: UNISON Office, Belfast

For information on the course, Fidelma Carolan f.carolan@unison.co.uk 028 90270150

To register your interest download an application form here or

Apply Online:
Lifelong Learning Application Form