Dementia: Describe and Support

  • Author: L Kelly
  • Level: 4
  • Study time: 3 hours 9 mins
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Lesson series
Person-centred care focuses on the individual, not just the condition. This course explores supporting people with dementia by understanding their needs, strengths, and experiences. Learn how to adapt care approaches, maintain dignity, and improve wellbeing. You’ll also gain insights into communication, independence, and managing changes as dementia progresses. Perfect for anyone providing care and support in dementia-friendly environments.

This course is aligned to  (US23920)
  • Video time: 3 hours, 9 mins
  • Quiz: 1
  • Assessment: 1
Lesson series

Why this course is important?

Person-centred dementia care ensures that people living with dementia are treated with dignity, respect, and understanding. This course covers how to provide flexible, needs-led support, maintain independence, and adapt to changes as dementia progresses. You’ll also learn key strategies for effective communication, emotional wellbeing, and supporting whānau. By focusing on strengths rather than deficits, you’ll create a more meaningful and empowering care experience.
Meet the instructor

Leigh Kelly

Leigh Kelly is a New Zealand Registered Nurse who has been working with the elderly and disabled since 1974. Her ADN focused on young physically disabled.

She has been a Charge Nurse at Kenepuru and Greenlane Hospitals Continuing Care Wards, owned her own dementia specific rest home and worked and managed rest homes.

She also has vast experience as a RN in continuing care facilities.
Patrick Jones - Course author