In March 2019, Dementia Singapore Introduced the First Virtual Reality Application in Asia that offers Users First-hand Experience on Dementia.
EDIE (Educational Dementia Immersive Experience) is an immersive workshop that enables participants to see the world through the eyes of a person living with dementia. Utilising our high quality virtual reality technology, this workshop enhances their knowledge of the impact of dementia and adopt reablement approaches that will improve the quality of life for persons living with dementia.
The 3-hour workshop will allow participants to experience the challenges faced by a person living with dementia and learn how to develop a support plan in partnership with the person with dementia and care partner with the goal of enablement.
Outline
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A person with dementia’s perspective of dementia
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Identifying support needs in partnership with the person of dementia and their caregiver
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How to develop a dementia support plan that focuses on enabling a person with dementia
Course Details
| Who Should Attend | General public and volunteers who are providing support to people living with dementia and their caregivers. |
| Date | 30 May 2025 (register by 22 May 2025) |
| Time | 2pm – 5pm |
| Venue | Dementia Singapore Academy 20 Bendemeer Road, #01-02, BS Bendemeer Centre, Singapore 339914 |
Fee
| Full Fee (before GST) |
NSA subsidised fee for Singaporeans & PR aged 50 and above (with GST) |
| $120 | $34.80 |
The course is SkillsFuture credit eligible
Application Procedure
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- All applications must be made online.
- Applicants should read through the Dementia Singapore Academy Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions before registering for our workshops.
- All registrations received before closing date will be deemed confirmed unless otherwise specified.
