Introducing DREAM: Supporting You to Support People Living with Dementia

“If you are someone supporting people living with dementia at home, in the community or at a residential care facility and struggle to navigate changing behaviours, then you are not alone. And you don’t have to do it alone.”

This week on Voices in DREAM, we’re diving into the DREAM program a powerful, practical resource created to help aged care workers like you feel more confident and supported when supporting people living with dementia, especially in respite settings.

Join host Yashi and Dr. Kathleen Doherty from the Wicking Dementia Centre as they explore real stories, real learning, and the vision behind DREAM.

Episode summary
In this episode, Yashi and Dr. Kathleen Doherty discuss the challenges and opportunities of supporting people living with dementia and how education and mentoring can better equip carers.

·       Learn about the rising numbers of people living with dementia in Australia and the growing need for skilled support.

·       Discover the work of the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre, including how it empowers carers through accessible education.

·       Explore the DREAM Program, designed to build the confidence and capabilities of those supporting people living with dementia, especially during respite care.

·       Understand why respite care matters or both the person living with dementia and their caregivers.

·       Hear about the Equip Aged Care Learning initiative, which provides free, practical training to aged care workers across the country.

·       Get insight into the vision behind the Voices in DREAM podcast, why it was created, and who it’s for.

Listen now on wherever you get your podcasts from.