Reminiscence Arts for Dementia is a facilitated learning journey which prepares learners to conduct small-group interactive reminiscence arts sessions for persons living with dementia using objects, storytelling, and artwork materials. Learners are guided to prepare individual profiles and build these characteristics into their design, preparation, and implementation of reminiscence group activities. Live demonstration and skills practice are expected in this programme, where the key principles of person-centred approaches are spotlighted, deepened and integrated in the group learning.
Active participation, respectful communication and meaningful brainstorming are core ingredients in creating an inviting, playful social environment for purposeful contribution and enjoyment. Learners are invited on this experiential learning journey with curiosity, creativity, imagination and open-mindedness.
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 workshop to fully appreciate the learning activities in class.
| Mode |
Module |
Duration |
| E-Learning |
Psychological Needs of Persons Living with Dementia |
1 hour |
| E-Learning |
Effective Communication with the Person Living with Dementia |
1 hour |
| E-Learning |
Reminiscence and the Arts for Persons Living with Dementia |
1 hour |
| E-Learning |
Ways to Facilitate Reminiscence |
1 hour |
| 1- day Classroom Facilitation |
Reminiscence Arts for Dementia |
9am to 5pm |
| Virtual Assessment |
Practical Performance and Oral Questionin
*3rd week after the 1-day classroom facilitation
|
1 hour |
Assessment
At the end of the course, learners will be required to:
- prepare a 30 mins video and complete practical performance and oral questioning on 3rd week after course.
SNB-CPE points will be awarded.
Who Should Attend
Allied health professionals, psychosocial staff and care staff who plan and conduct activity programmes for persons with dementia.
Competency Mapping (DCCF) :
- Apply Person-Centred Care at work
- Support the Well-being of Persons with Dementia
- Maintain the Dignity, Skills and Health of Persons with Dementia
Trainer
Dr Donald Yeo is qualified as a Clinical Neuropsychologist with a special interest in aging and dementia. Through 25 years of professional practice, advanced training, clinical research and academic teaching, he has established deep expertise in the cognitive evaluation of patients with brain disorders and providing psychological support to family caregivers. He has co-created innovative Arts and Health community programs to benefit elderly persons with early cognitive decline. A lifelong educator and learning facilitator, he teaches and supervises Psychology and Allied Health undergraduates, post-graduates and polytechnic students. Dr Yeo was previously Principal Neuropsychologist at Singapore General Hospital Department of Neurology before starting private practice in 2013.
Additional Information:
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For any questions about the course, please email Sindy at academy@dementia.org.sg
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