Dementia Workshops
Regular educational sessions designed to support families living with dementia.
Dementia Education Workshops with Videri Australia
Videri Australia’s regular, free dementia education workshops support people living with dementia and their families and friends. With afternoon and evening sessions available, join us over three hours as we share innovative strategies and tools to enhance quality of life beyond a diagnosis of dementia.
Together, we’ll explore the concept of Rementia – a strengths-based approach using cognitive ramps to support someone to live their best life.
Sessions are provided on a complimentary basis and include afternoon tea or a light supper.
If you’d like to be notified when our next session is announced, please register your interest below.
Regular Workshop Topics Include
- Understanding Dementia – we delve into the various types of dementia, their symptoms and risk factors and how the Videri Australia strengths-based approach helps you think about dementia differently.
- Communicating and Connecting – understanding the complexities of communication challenges, including language and memory loss, plus exploring methods to foster meaningful connections.
- Human Needs – understanding each other’s basic human needs and how they can be impacted by dementia.
- Unmet Needs – here, we recognise and tackle challenges related to unmet needs for people living with dementia and offer practical ways to fulfil these unmet needs.
- Ambiguous Loss – understanding and managing the ongoing brain changes and transitions that people living with dementia will experience.
- Feature Topics – from time to time, we welcome respected guest speakers and industry experts who bring specialist knowledge and insights on key topics, enriching our sessions with additional support and practical guidance.
Upcoming Education Workshops
Navigating Dementia – Understanding, Conversation and Support
Join us for a supportive session on the topic of dementia, hosted by Videri Australia, alongside other experts in the field:
Prof Peter Gonski – Geriatrician and Director of Aged Care across South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, known for innovative home-based care models.
Tamar Krebs – Founder of Videri Australia and a trailblazer in dementia care innovation, with 30 years’ experience across Australia and internationally.
Danielle Robertson – Founder of DR Care Solutions and nationally recognised care industry expert with over 39 years’ experience supporting families navigating life transitions.
Jennifer Langton – Aged Care Financial Planner, FAAA Aged Care Specialist™.
DFM (Dementia Friendly Woollahra) to provide information on how you can access support in your local area. Local services will be on hand to answer questions.
The session will explore:
• Everyday ways to support a person living with dementia
• Learn how to have important conversations that support choice and planning
• Strategies to support memory, brain health and independence to live ones best life
• Tips on how to navigate complexities of the aged care system
• Understand how to fund aged care to support dignity, choice, and reduced stress
• What’s new in dementia research
To register your interest, please call 0417 700 238.
“This educational session brought me profound understanding. If only we had known these insights 10 years ago. So grateful for the expertise shared and for shedding light on this journey.”
– David
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How do I book or find out more about the dementia Education Workshops and sessions?
Places are limited and bookings are essential. To register your interest and send a booking request, please click the buttons on this page. To learn more, please contact Videri Australia by calling 1300 015 406, or email info@videri.com.au
How many people attend the Education Workshops?
We keep attendance capped at a maximum of 30 people. This allows us to create a more intimate and welcoming environment, where attendees feel comfortable to ask questions and engage in meaningful discussions. Just like in our Videri homes, we value connection and individual attention – keeping numbers low ensures that everyone has the opportunity to be truly seen and heard, should they wish to participate.
Who hosts the Education Workshops?
Our Videri Australia Education Workshops are often hosted by Videri Australia’s Founder Tamar Krebs.
Where are the Education Workshop sessions held?
Sessions are held in our Crows Nest Education Hub lounge. Parking is available at the nearby Woolworths carpark. Our team will provide more details on how to find us upon booking.
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