Namaste Care is a structured intervention for persons living with advanced dementia, which incorporates sensory intervention, social contact and environmental modification. It aims to honour each person for their unique personhood, nurturing the individual spirit with meaningful activities and a loving touch approach, within a calm and home-like environment.
Studies have found that Namaste Care results in decreased pain, more interaction between service users with staff and family members, and increased job satisfaction with staff (Manzar and Volicer, 2015).
This course aims to provide learners with theoretical and practical knowledge of delivering Namaste Care as a specialised intervention for persons living with dementia in their settings.
Course Content
This is a blended course. Learners are strongly encouraged to set aside adequate time to complete self-paced e-learning modules before attending classroom training sessions to fully appreciate the learning activities in class
| Mode |
Topics |
Duration |
| E-learning |
- Person-Centred Care and Behaviours of Concern
- Enriching Lives
- Namaste Care Video
- Reflect and recap on Namaste Care
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6 hours
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Classroom Facilitation
(Day 1)
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Introduction and application of Namaste Care in care settings
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9am - 6pm
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Classroom Facilitation
(Day 2)
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Develop implementation of Namaste Care
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9am - 1pm
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| Physical |
Practical Performance and Written Assignment
*2nd weeks from the date of completion of the classroom training (day 2)
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1 hr 30 min / pair
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Assessment
At the end of the course, learners are required to submit a written assignment and attend a physical practical performance.
SNB-CPE points will be awarded.
Who Should Attend
Allied health professionals, nurses, programme coordinators/ executives and social workers who intend to plan and train their staff to implement Namaste Care programme in their settings. Learners are expected to have prior basic knowledge of dementia care.
Competency Mapping (DCCF) :
- Apply Person-Centred Care at work
- Support the Well-being of Persons with Dementia
- Minimise the Impact of Behaviours of Concern
- Maintain the Dignity, Skill and Health of Persons with Dementia
- Assist Caregivers to Support Persons with Dementia
Trainer
Ms Michelle Tan is a Senior Occupational Therapist who enjoys collaborating with older adults with mental health concerns. She has a Master of Occupational Therapy (Graduate Entry) degree from University of South Australia. Her past work experience with Changi General Hospital included training and consultancy work with community eldercare agencies. She has provided consultancy services to AIC on coaching dementia champions of identified nursing homes. She attained the WSQ Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) and has conducted training and workshops for professional and family caregivers, including eldercare workers in the community.
Additional Information:
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For any questions about the course, please email Sindy at academy@dementia.org.sg
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