Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness open workshop

This virtual workshop is designed to provide essential knowledge, practical skills, and compassionate approaches for anyone supporting individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease.

  • Date: 21 September 2026

  • Time: 10.00am – 12.30pm (2½hrs*)

  • Delivery method: Online via Zoom

  • CPD points: 2

  • Cost: Charitable donation – starting at £10.00 per person

The proceeds of this open workshop will be donated to a UK charity supporting Alzheimer’s research.

About this workshop

Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia and a growing health and social care challenge in the UK. Whether you work in residential care, community services, healthcare, or provide informal care for a loved one, this training is tailored to help you deliver person-centred support with confidence and empathy. It will help demystify the condition, correct common myths, and empower participants with strategies to effectively communicate, support daily living, and create dementia-friendly environments.

Delegates will leave with a deeper understanding of how Alzheimer’s affects individuals differently and how your role can significantly enhance their quality of life through respect, patience, and informed action.

Key outputs from this session include:

  • A clear understanding of what Alzheimer’s disease is and how it progresses.
  • Identification of common myths and misconceptions surrounding dementia.
  • Insight into the brain functions affected by Alzheimer’s and related symptoms.
  • Practical understanding of communication barriers and tools to overcome them.
  • Introduction to the VERA communication framework (Validation, Emotion, Reassurance, Activity).
  • Exploration of the sensory and environmental factors that influence dementia care.
  • Awareness of how personal history and memory objects enhance engagement and wellbeing.
  • Strategies to support independence and reduce distress in individuals with Alzheimer’s.
  • Techniques to deliver person-centred care planning (PCCP) in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
  • Increased confidence in creating supportive, safe, and familiar environments for those affected.

FAQs

You’ll find comprehensive information regarding our open workshops, from registration and payment information, through to certificates and post training assets by visiting our dedicated FAQ page for open workshops. Our most common FAQs can be found below.

Open workshops that are delivered via Zoom usually take place over either a morning or afternoon session and last up to 2½ hours. Please note that the course times are provided as guidelines. Factors such as group size, participation levels, or prior knowledge may affect the duration and structure of the course.

If they’ve registered independently, then certainly. However it’s important to note that it is strictly one participant per registration.

Yes, if you have paid and participated in an open workshop, you will receive a certificate from Acute Training Solutions.

A tablet, laptop or personal computer is advisable, although you can also connect via a mobile phone.

Yes, it is advisable to be connected to WiFi to avoid potential data roaming / usage charges.

Download the Zoom App to your preferred device and familiarise yourself with Zoom prior to the training session.

Check that your camera, microphone and speakers are working on your preferred device, these are vital to your attendance and participation on the training. If you are using a smart device (phone / tablet), earphones with a built in microphone will improve your learning experience.

Do not share the link to join the webinar, it is unique to you. Sharing the link or a screen may affect registration and your certification of attendance.

Absolutely, interaction is encouraged using the “raised hand” function and typed questions and the trainer will regularly ask for your input.

You can get the attention of the trainer at any time, by clicking the ‘raise your hand’ button located towards the bottom left of your screen.

You will be required to ‘raise your hand’ to show understanding or answer specific questions. Once raised, you can also lower your hand if your question has been answered.

The trainer will mute and unmute your microphone enabling you to ask questions and join in with group discussions. You can also type a question to the trainer by using the Q&A function (if using a phone, hold it vertically to access the submit button).

Absolutely, if you are participating in a virtual workshop, you will receive the Zoom link the day before your open workshop date.

If you are taking part in a face-to-face workshop, the venue address, start and end times and other details will be on our website for you to record.

If you can no longer attend the workshop on the given date, you’ll need to email us at enquiries@acutetrainingsolutions.co.uk.

Please note that all donations are non-refundable. Before registering for an open workshop, it’s important that you read our Terms and Conditions.

Register online

You can register and pay securely online using the form below. Please note that it is strictly one participant per registration. Once you have done so, you will receive an automatic confirmation of your payment, along with your order number and receipt. Please ensure that you read and understand our Terms and Conditions prior to registering.