An update on dementia training programmes in home and community care

Abstract

Purpose of review Many people living with dementia (PLWD) wish to continue living at home. The quality of home care services directly influences their ability to stay at home, their quality of life, and can promote independence for PLWD, and reduce burden for the family carer. For high-quality, effective, person-centred community-based dementia care, a knowledgeable and empathetic workforce is crucial. This article presents an up-to-date review and summary of the literature investigating dementia training programmes for community home care professionals and care workers, referred to collectively as home care workers (HCWs). Recent findings We reviewed the literature between October 2016 and ..