Informal carers' training
This half day programme allows family carers the opportunity to learn about stroke, to have an understanding of the problems the stroke person may have, to explore some of their own issues and concerns, whilst networking with others who find themselves in a similar situation.
Aims:
This training aims to provide those caring for people affected by stroke with some knowledge and understanding about stroke
Objectives:
To know what a stroke is, what causes a stroke and some of the effects
To understand how a stroke can affect movement, mobility and continence.
To know what happens when we swallow and how having a stroke can impair a person’s ability to swallow
To know about positioning and other factors which can assist safer and more comfortable swallowing
To be aware of dietary needs and oral care needs
To know about the range of communication problems which may be experienced by a person who has had a stroke
To know about the sensory and cognitive problems which may be experienced by a person who has had a stroke
To know about the common psychological effects of stroke
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