Tag: Alzheimers awareness
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Digitally delivered dementia therapy improves cognitive outcomes by nearly 50% for care home residents
A pilot of Ayla, a digital platform to let staff deliver NICE recommended Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) quickly and safely, has shown remarkable improvements in cognitive outcomes for care home residents living with dementia. The pilot saw a 47.8% improvement in overall cognitive function amongst the residents who participated in the CST sessions using the Ayla…
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Education and Skills Training for Dementia Care: Empowering Patients and Carers.
Dr Frances Duffy, a consultant clinical psychologist specialising in dementia care, equips caregivers with practical education to manage challenging situations and alleviate stress for people living with dementia. Dr Frances Duffy, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and founder of 6D-Dementia Ltd, joined the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme as an innovator from Northern Ireland within cohort 6.…