Rehabilitation for individuals with dementia in long-term care (LTC) settings is not just about addressing physical limitations—it also requires addressing the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges that come with the condition.
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Communication is at the heart of successful rehabilitation, especially when working with patients living with dementia. However, dementia can create significant barriers to communication, as cognitive decline often affects memory, language, and understanding.
Enhancing Lives in Dementia Care
Enhancing Lives in Dementia Care
About CARES-D
Our training is dedicated to improving the quality of rehabilitation services for individuals living with dementia and their care partners.
Modules
- Getting Started: Overview of Dementia
- Person-Centred, Trauma-Informed, and Interprofessional Care Approaches
- Communication and Cognitive Strategies
- Physical Rehabilitation Approaches
- Nutrition and Pharmacy
- Safety and Mobility in Rehabilitation Environments
- Care Partner Considerations
Acknowledgements
This project has been made possible by the Canada Brain Research Fund (CBRF), an innovative arrangement between the government of Canada (through Health Canada) and Brain Canada Foundation; and the Alzheimer Society of Canada.
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