Dementia Training: Improving understanding and care for those living with dementia
Dementia affects nearly one million people in the UK today, and that number is growing. With an ageing population and increasing awareness of early-onset and less visible presentations of the condition, there’s never been a more important time to improve our understanding of dementia and the ways we support those living with it.
At Able Training, we deliver dementia training that goes beyond the tick-box. Our courses are designed to deepen real-world understanding, enhance practical care skills, and build a more compassionate, person-centred approach across every role, from professional carers and nurses to support workers, managers, and family members. We don’t just meet the standards of the CQC and Skills for Care we surpass them.
Understanding Dementia: Not Just Memory Loss
Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of progressive neurological conditions that affect memory, thinking, behaviour, and communication. But it’s not just about memory loss—it’s about identity, relationships, and daily functioning. The impact is deeply personal and often misunderstood, particularly when it comes to young onset dementia or supporting people from LGBTQ+ backgrounds.
That’s why our dementia training courses don’t just teach symptoms. They explore lived experience, communication strategies, and how to build trust and connection when memory and language may be fading.
Practical, Person-Centred Training for Everyone
Whether you’re supporting someone in a care home, working in community health, or living with a family member who has dementia, our courses are designed to meet you where you are. We offer:
• Introductory awareness training – ideal for those new to dementia support
• Advanced and scenario-based training – for those managing complex behaviours or delivering leadership in dementia care
• Train-the-Trainer programmes – equipping internal teams to deliver high-quality, in-house dementia training
• Specialist modules – including communication, behaviour, personal care, meaningful engagement, and safeguarding
Our training is rooted in evidence-based approaches but delivered with empathy, humour, and clarity because we know that when you truly understand the why, you can change the how.
New Partnership: Dementia Forward
We’re proud to be working in partnership with Dementia Forward – North Yorkshire’s leading dementia charity. Their tireless work in providing support, information, and training has already made a huge impact across communities.
Dementia Forward is particularly active in improving awareness around young onset dementia and providing inclusive support for LGBTQ+ individuals living with dementia—ensuring that care is not just competent, but also culturally sensitive and identity-affirming.
Learn more about their incredible work and support services at www.dementiaforward.org.uk.
Together, we are working to raise standards and change lives.
Flexible Training That Fits Around You
We offer multiple ways to learn:
• Face-to-face courses at your workplace or in our dedicated training venues
• Live virtual training for remote teams
• Online modules you can complete at your own pace
• Blended learning combining online flexibility with in-person connection
Whether you’re commissioning training for a care team or looking to improve your own practice, our flexible delivery ensures the learning meets your needs.
Why Dementia Training Matters
Good dementia training doesn’t just change what we know—it changes how we act. When we understand behaviour as communication, learn to spot distress signals early, and adapt our approach with empathy, we create safer, more supportive environments for everyone.
For professionals, it’s a chance to build confidence, meet regulatory requirements, and develop career progression. For families, it’s about feeling empowered to care with dignity and connection.
Our Range of Dementia Training Courses
Dementia affects nearly one million people in the UK today, with numbers growing rapidly. Our comprehensive dementia training UK programmes go beyond tick-box compliance to deliver real-world skills that transform care quality.
Courses available include –
Dementia Awareness Training
Essential foundation course covering understanding dementia, person-centred approaches, and building confidence in dementia care. Perfect for all care staff levels.
[Book Dementia Awareness Training →]
Understanding and Responding to Distressed Behaviours Course
Specialised training in responding to distressed behaviours with practical de-escalation techniques, understanding triggers, and creating calmer environments.
[Book Distressed Behaviours Training →]
Young Onset Dementia Training
Dedicated course addressing the unique challenges of young onset dementia – supporting people under 65 and their families with age-appropriate approaches.
[Book Young Onset Training →]
LGBTQ+ Inclusive Dementia Care
Culturally sensitive training ensuring dementia in LGBTQ communities receives identity-affirming, inclusive support throughout the care journey.
[Book LGBTQ+ Training →] coming soon
Meaningful Engagement Training
Practical techniques for meaningful engagement – activities, communication strategies, and connection methods that enhance quality of life.
[Book Meaningful Engagement Training →]
