CSS Dementia Education

Whether you are a staff member or volunteer, it only takes three simple steps to transform the way you care.

STEP 1

Complete 5 online lessons (~2 hours)

Lessons include:

• Lesson 1: Understanding Dementia
• Lesson 2: Dementia Supportive Approaches
• Lesson 3: Understanding Behaviour Change and the 8’A’s,
• Lesson 4: Meaningful Engagement
• Lesson 5: Living Safely with Dementia

STEP 2

Participate in a virtual reality (VR) session

Prerequisite: completion of five (5) online lessons.

• A facilitator-led, virtual reality session will enable participants to navigate difficult situations with confidence, competence, and compassion.

Beatriz VR Lab
The learner will embody Beatriz, a middle-aged Latina woman as progressive Alzheimer’s Disease causes changes in her brain.  From the onset of symptoms to late-stage disease and the transition to residential care, the learner understands the profound effect Alzheimer’s has on daily life, from progressing and cognition to relationships and emotional wellbeing.

Dima VR Lab
The learner will embody Dima, a Lebanese American immigrant living with symptoms of both Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease as she transitions from life at home to a residential community.  Through her experience, the learner will be able to identify the differing symptoms of these two conditions and how to manage care as symptoms evolve.

Note: It is recommended that the user experience the Beatriz lab first.

STEP 3

Customize your education session

• Our dementia education can be customized to meet the needs of your organization.
• This can help to address a challenge(s) or topic(s) specific to your organization