Assessing Depression in Older People Rights and Responsibilities Define what a buddy program

Define what a buddy program is and outline the key roles and responsibilities of a buddy

This course is appropriate for all care staff who support people with an anxiety disorder

You will learn about the kinds of behaviours that you may encounter and be encouraged to view these behaviours as a form of communication of unmet needs of the person with living with dementia

This course is appropriate for Managers

Assessing Depression in Older People Rights and Responsibilities Define what a buddy programCourse Description: In this course you will learn to identify the tools to assess depression in older people as well as describe how to administer the tools and document the outcomes of a depression assessment. Learning Outcomes: After completing this course, participants should be able to: Define depression and explain the barriers to diagnosis Discuss the role of senior staff in recognising and assessing depression Describe appropriate strategies to