25
May
2026
Dementia Caregiver Upskilling Programme
News Type : General News
Department : Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
Date: 25th May 2026Venue: Kadamba Hall
Participants: GNM & B.Sc Nursing Students
Organized by: Department of Psychiatric Nursing, RajaRajeswari College of Nursing
In Collaboration with: Dementia Alliance India
Organizing Team:
Patron: Dr. Jagadish T J, Principal
Vice Principal Academics: Mrs Renuka Malladad
Organizing Chairperson: Dr. Shamili, Vice Principal & HOD, Dept of Psychiatric Nursing
Organizing Faculty:
Ms. Niveditha, Lecturer;
Ms. Mannita Gurung, Lecturer;
Ms. Ramyashree, Lecturer
Programme Overview:
The Department of Psychiatric Nursing, in collaboration with Dementia Alliance India, successfully conducted a “Dementia Caregiver Upskilling Programme” for GNM and B.Sc Nursing students. The programme aimed to build competence in evidence-based dementia care and address the growing need for skilled caregivers in geriatric mental health.
Sessions Conducted:
1. Understanding Dementia: Types, risk factors, stages, and red-flag signs
2. Skills Lab: Therapeutic communication, validation therapy, managing behavioral & psychological symptoms
3. Caregiver Empowerment: Activities of daily living support, cognitive stimulation, and reducing caregiver burden
4. Interactive Role-plays: Students practiced responding to agitation, wandering, and communication challenges in dementia
Outcome:
The sessions equipped students with practical skills in person-centered dementia care, use of screening tools, and counseling techniques. Active participation was seen in hands-on activities and case-based discussions. Pre-test and post-test assessments showed significant improvement in knowledge and confidence levels.
Vote of Thanks:
Ms. Ramyashree, on behalf of the organizing team, expressed gratitude to the Management, Dementia Alliance India for academic support, resource persons, and students for their enthusiastic participation. The programme concluded with a pledge by students to uphold dignity and compassion in dementia care
