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Expressions of Sexuality in Dementia

This course will empower your team to confidently navigate the sensitive topic of sexuality with clients who have a diagnosis of dementia, and their caregivers.

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The workshops will focus on:

  • Understanding the unique challenges and complexities of addressing sexuality-related issues with clients.

  • Developing effective communication strategies and techniques for addressing sexuality-related topics with clients.

  • Effects of dementia on sexual expression, strategies for addressing sexual behaviour changes in people with dementia and supporting carers in managing their own emotions and reactions to sexual expression.

  • Identifying concerning behaviours in clients with dementia.

  • Enhancing staff confidence and comfort levels when engaging in discussions about sexuality with clients.

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Workshop details

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Duration: 1-1.5  hours

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Facilitator: Anisa Varasteh, Clinical Sexologist

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Venue: On-site or Online

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Who is this course suitable for?

​organisations who provide care to people with dementia or their caregivers.

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