What is Reminiscence?   Why do we reminisce?

These are questions that are answered in this interactive afternoon training session that is suitable for anybody who is working in a front line capacity with people who have Dementia.

Course Content:

• Introduction on  What is Reminiscence and Why we Reminisce
• Webster’s reminiscence function scale
• Approaches to reminiscence
• Reminiscing in a group
• Triggers
• Methods
• Planning a session
• Looking at ideas and resources
• Evaluation & questions

By the end of this session, you will have:

• Gained an understanding of what reminiscence is
• Explored the value of various reminiscence strategies in working with people with varying abilities
• Experienced what it’s like to take part in a reminiscence session
• Gained knowledge of where to get resources and information from to help facilitate a reminiscence session in the workplace.

This course is delivered by Forget me Not training who are Dementia training specialists.  The course will include some materials and a certificate of attendance.  Prices are exclusive of VAT.