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Direct linkIngebrand, Elias; Samuelsson, Christina; Hydén, Lars-Christer – Educational Gerontology, 2021
Recent studies have demonstrated that people living with dementia, contrary to common believes, are capable of novel learning without structured interventions. Opportunities for learning throughout an individual's lifespan have been acknowledged as important factors in facilitating social participation and promoting wellbeing. However, little is…
Descriptors: Dementia, Adult Learning, Well Being, Learning Processes
Figueiredo, Daniela; Barbosa, Ana; Cruz, Joana; Marques, Alda; Sousa, Liliana – Educational Gerontology, 2013
This pilot-study aimed to assess a psychoeducational program for staff in care homes. The program was designed to increase knowledge regarding dementia care, promote skills to integrate motor and multisensory stimulation in daily care, and develop coping strategies to manage emotional work-related demands. Six staff members received eight…
Descriptors: Dementia, Psychoeducational Methods, Caregivers, Staff Development
Speziale, Jennifer; Black, Ed; Coatsworth-Puspoky, Robin; Ross, Tom; O'Regan, Tony – Gerontologist, 2009
Purpose: The Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) curriculum was developed as an adjunct to other educational initiatives that were part of Ontario, Canada's Alzheimer Strategy. GPA emphasizes that an individual's unique personal history has a direct application to the interpretation of and response to their behavior. It incorporates strategies into…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Program Evaluation, Aggression, Dementia
