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Knowing the person is key to creating a positive dementia respite care experience. It involves developing skills to build rapport and trust, and gaining a deep understanding of someone’s needs, preferences, values, and their connections to family and community. This approach supports the delivery of high-quality culturally sensitive and person-centred care.
By completing this module, it is anticipated that you will be able to:
- describe what is meant by “knowing the person”
- recognise the impact of getting to know the person in care
- identify communication approaches that can be used for getting to know the person
- recall key principles that underpin knowing the person
Enquire about this resource on Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre (UTas)
