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Dementia Care Training Guide for Carers

Free dementia care training guide for home carers, created by our Dementia Trainer Jo Allchin. Person-centred tips, a video and a PDF to download.

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Key points
  • A free training guide for professional carers supporting people living with dementia at home.
  • Created by Jo Allchin, Field Care Supervisor and Dementia Trainer.
  • Covers communication, daily routines and person-centred care.
  • Includes a PDF to download and two videos.
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This Dementia Training Guide is designed to support professional carers in delivering compassionate, person-centred home care for individuals living with dementia. Created by Jo Allchin, our experienced Field Care Supervisor with a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, this guide provides essential knowledge and practical skills to improve dementia care in the home environment.

With dementia affecting more families every year, the importance of high-quality, personalised home care has never been greater. According to the Alzheimer’s Society, 85% of people would prefer to stay in their own homes after a dementia diagnosis. Home care not only supports independence but also promotes safety, emotional wellbeing, and continuity of routine—key factors in reducing anxiety and improving quality of life.

This training guide equips carers with a deeper understanding of dementia, its effects on individuals, and how to tailor care strategies to meet unique needs. From improving communication to creating supportive daily routines, our goal is to empower you to provide meaningful care that makes a lasting difference.

Whether you're a new carer or an experienced support worker, this dementia care guide is your go-to resource for delivering effective, empathetic home care with confidence.

So, go ahead, download this guide for free and start making a difference today!

Common questions

Who is the dementia training guide for?

It is written for professional carers, from new starters to experienced support workers, and is useful for family members who want to understand dementia care at home.

Is the guide free?

Yes. You can download the PDF for free from this page.

Who wrote it?

It was created by Jo Allchin, our Field Care Supervisor and Dementia Trainer.

Written by Jo Allchin

Field Care Supervisor and Dementia Trainer at All About Home Care

Published 25 April 2025

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