Why Environments Matter

By Dementia Training Australia

  • Introductory
  • 1 hour
  • Online Module
Access on dta.com.au
DTA

Gain insight into the affect environments have on people living with dementia and be introduced to the design principles. This is module 1 in the 3-part module series: Creating Supportive Environments for People Living with Dementia

Domains:
Enabling Environments

Location:
nationally

Cost:
fully-subsidised

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) :
1 hour

Learning Outcomes

After completing this module, staff should be able to:
  • Explain how buildings affect our perception and behaviour.
  • Outline design principles for supporting people living with dementia.
  • Reflect on problems and strengths of the environments in which they work for people living with dementia.