Dementia Care Safeguarding Awareness Level 1 Training Resources

Dementia Care Safeguarding Awareness Level 1 Training Resources

This resource introduces the key principles of safeguarding within dementia care and the responsibilities of everyone working with people living with dementia.

Presentation,4 Handouts, End‑of‑session multiple‑choice assessment,  Icebreaker , Activity – Recognising the Signs of Abuse in Dementia Care , Case study – Importance of Safeguarding in Dementia Care , Case study – Legal and Ethical Responsibilities in Safeguarding , Quiz – Recognising the Signs of Abuse in Dementia Care

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Presentation Content (47 slides)

Welcome and Introduction 

Why Safeguarding is Important 

Key Reasons We Safeguard

What is Dementia?

What is Dementia Care?

Spotting Signs of Abuse or Neglect

What Does Safeguarding Mean?

Who is Responsible for Safeguarding?

Laws That Help Protect People

Why People with Dementia Are at Higher Risk

How We Can Protect Them

Types of Abuse and Neglect

Examples of Abuse

Physical, Emotional and Behavioural Signs

Barriers to Communication

The Role of Care Staff and Professionals

Recognise, Respond, Report, Follow Procedures, Support the Individual

Why Reporting Concerns Matters

Who to Report To

What Happens After Reporting

Key Laws and Policies

Care Act 2014

Mental Capacity Act 2005

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006

Human Rights Act 1998

End of Session Recap and Key Points

Where to Get More Information

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