Parkinson’s Disease Awareness and Care

Introduction

This half-day training course explores the signs, symptoms and progression of Parkinson’s disease and the top-quality care that can be provided by nurses and care staff entrusted with the person’s care.

This face-to-face CPD Training Course is both theoretical and practical in nature.

Course Includes

• • Signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s

  • How Parkinson’s progresses

  • Statistics and prevalence

  • Communicative challenges

  • Cognitive challenges

  • Nutrition, mobility and hygiene

  • Effectively dealing with the challenge

  • Impact on the person and family

  • Techniques used to manage Parkinson’s

  • Supporting family and friends

  • Medicines used to manage Parkinson’s

  • Side effects of medications

  • Tailoring the care environment

  • Planning for the future

Course Outcome

Learners will have the opportunity to explore a range of practical tools provided to support the independence of people living with Parkinson’s, such as nutritional/eating aids, mobility/stability aids and technological advancements in Parkinson’s care.