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Ideal for community organisations wanting to make a real difference for those living with dementia. This interactive course helps your group become more knowledgeable, capable, and compassionate.
Dementia workshops aren't just about learning, they're about connecting. At Dementia Training UK, our dementia training workshops give you the confidence and skills to care for your loved one in real, meaningful ways.
Led in small groups, our sessions focus on building a supportive community and offering practical ideas you can start using immediately. These aren't stuffy lectures, they're interactive, lively, and down-to-earth sessions of dementia care training, designed for busy family carers who need support that fits their lives.
Weekend sessions available, making it easier for working families and busy carers to attend.
Small group sizes ensure everyone gets plenty of attention and time to ask questions.
Each dementia awareness workshop is packed with practical, hands-on activities you can put into action straight away.
Structured practice time helps you build confidence using techniques before you head home.
You'll have the chance to share, learn from others, and walk away feeling less alone.
All sessions encourage open discussion, ensuring no question goes unanswered.
Skills and Strategies You Can Use Right Away
Every session is designed to give you tools and confidence for your daily caring role. Our interactive dementia training workshops focus on:
Communicating meaningfully, even when words are no longer easy.
Comfort-focused, respectful care using approaches like Hand-under-Hand® and Positive Physical Approach™.
Understanding the unique characteristics of the 6 GEMS® model to recognise your loved one's emotional and cognitive state.
Managing tricky or challenging behaviours with calm, reassurance, and skill.
Self-care techniques for stress reduction and burnout prevention.
Tackle real-life situations with your dementia training consultant by your side to guide, reassure, and celebrate every win
Learn what really works from Dementia Training UK: discover how a few practical changes can make your caring journey less stressful and more rewarding.
If you'd prefer individual support, we offer one-to-one coaching specifically for you and your loved one. Caring for someone with dementia can feel overwhelming and lonely; our personalised coaching gives you direct access to expert guidance, emotional support, and practical strategies you can use straight away. We're here to walk alongside you through every stage, giving you confidence, clarity, and reassurance. Find out more about our 1-to-1 coaching sessions here.
All Dementia workshops are led by Marion Harrington, an accredited PAC™ Certified Independent Trainer with a wealth of personal and professional experience.
Marion combines proven dementia awareness expertise with real understanding, having been a family carer herself. Her sessions are never stuffy or academic - she brings humour, compassion, and insight, offering practical advice that comes from her own experience.
Most dementia workshops are structured as either 5 x 1 hour online sessions, 6 x 1 hour online GEMS sessions, or 2 x 3 hour in-person sessions. Flexible options make it easy for carers to attend at their convenience.
Yes, our dementia workshops are highly interactive, focusing on hands-on practice, peer discussion, and real scenarios to help carers immediately apply new dementia care strategies.
Absolutely. We offer dementia training for organisations and community groups, tailoring the content and approach to suit specific needs, schedules, and group dynamics.
Our workshops use the Positive Approach to Care (PAC®), Hand-under-Hand® techniques, and the 6 GEMS® model, emphasising practical, compassionate strategies proven to support both carers and people with dementia.
Yes, participants receive certificates upon completion of our accredited dementia training sessions, recognising their commitment to gaining practical and interactive dementia care skills.
Yes, workshops cover practical methods for managing challenging behaviours, improving communication, and increasing understanding, empowering carers to respond with confidence and compassion.
Ready to gain practical skills, build a support network, and feel more confident caring for your loved one?
Find a Dementia Training UK workshop near you or book a session online. Contact us today: