Sensory Impairment in Dementia Care

Our Sensory Impairment in Dementia Care training course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to recognise, understand and support people affected by sensory loss while living with dementia. Designed for care staff across health and social care, the course promotes person-centred communication, safer environments and improved wellbeing.

  • Suitable for: Carers, care assistants, HCAs and support workers

  • Delivery method: Face-to-face / Virtual training

  • Course length: 1 day

  • Max attendees: 15 delegates

Sensory Impairment in Dementia Care training

Who is this training for?

This CPD training course is designed for organisations wishing to train 8 or more staff members and can be delivered either face-to-face, or as an online webinar. For further information, please contact us on 02920 494 969 or make an online enquiry.

Course information

Sensory impairment can have a significant impact on how a person living with dementia experiences the world, affecting communication, independence, mobility and quality of life. This course explores the different types of sensory impairment, including sight loss, hearing loss and deafblindness, and explains how these conditions can influence behaviour, engagement and care needs.

Delegates will examine practical strategies to support effective communication, adapt environments, reduce risks and deliver truly person-centred care. The course also explores relevant legislation, best practice guidance and the importance of recognising individual needs to improve outcomes for people living with dementia across health and social care settings.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this training, delegates will be able to:

  • Define sensory impairment and understand how it affects people living with dementia.
  • Recognise the signs and symptoms of common visual and hearing impairments.
  • Understand the impact of sensory loss on communication, behaviour, wellbeing and independence.
  • Describe the causes and characteristics of deafblindness and appropriate support strategies.
  • Apply practical communication techniques to improve interactions with individuals experiencing sensory impairment.
  • Adapt care environments to promote safety, confidence and independence.
  • Identify appropriate assistive technologies and communication aids that support sensory impairment.
  • Understand the legislation and guidance that underpins sensory impairment care.
  • Develop person-centred care plans that reflect an individual's communication and sensory needs.
  • Promote dignity, inclusion and improved quality of life through person-centred practice.

Delivery methods

Acute Training Solutions strive to deliver an engaging and informative learning experience in a safe and inclusive environment. All of our training courses are delivered by experienced healthcare professionals across the UK. This healthcare training course is available via the following delivery methods:

  • Face-to-face training (1 day): This course can be delivered to a maximum of 15 delegates and can be tailored to meet your organisation's specific needs.

  • Virtual training (1 day): This course can be delivered via Zoom or MS Teams to a maximum of 20 delegates. Virtual sessions are most commonly used as refresher training sessions. Please note that there is no hands-on practical element in this training; practical elements are displayed using video examples.

Course FAQs

This course is suitable for carers, healthcare assistants, nurses, support workers, senior carers, care home staff, domiciliary care teams and anyone supporting individuals living with dementia.

Sensory impairment can significantly affect communication, mobility, confidence and behaviour. Recognising and responding appropriately helps improve wellbeing, reduce distress and provide more effective person-centred care.

The course covers visual impairment, hearing loss, deafblindness, communication strategies, environmental adaptations, assistive technologies, legislation, person-centred care planning and practical approaches to supporting individuals with sensory impairment.

Yes. Delegates will gain practical strategies to improve communication, adapt environments, support independence and respond confidently to the needs of individuals experiencing sensory impairment alongside dementia.

Absolutely. The training is relevant for care homes, nursing homes, domiciliary care providers, supported living services, NHS organisations and other health and social care environments.

Yes. The course explores the key legislation and guidance relating to sensory impairment, equality, mental capacity and person-centred care, helping delegates understand their responsibilities in practice.

Yes. Certificates are provided following successful completion of the course.

Make an enquiry

Acute Training Solutions can provide tailored healthcare training to your organisation or team. To find out more about this course, please contact us on 02920 494 969 or complete the short online form below. A member of our team will be in touch right away.