Courses for Individuals & Caregivers

These programmes are designed for family members and caregivers who want to build practical skills to care for elderly loved ones safely at home. The courses focus on everyday caregiving needs, home safety, and condition-specific care for seniors with changing physical or cognitive needs.

Caring for Elderly with Dementia

Course Description

This course allows participants to build a better understanding of dementia, common behavioural changes, communication approaches, and practical caregiving strategies for supporting a loved one at home. This course is suitable for caregivers who want more confidence in person-centred dementia care.

What You Will Learn?

By the end of the course, participants will be able to understand the key types of dementia and recognise behavioural changes and communicate effectively with persons living with dementia; meet Activities of Daily Living (ADL) needs and apply self-care strategies and support caregivers while taking care of elderly with dementia.

Introduction to dementia

Common behaviours of dementia

Daily care and safety tips

Managing challenging behaviours

 

 

Communication with elderly with dementia

Where to seek help

Why Learn at CSC?

  1. Accredited training provider of Agency for Integrated Care (AIC)
  2. Structured hospital training curriculum designed by doctors and nurses
  3. Conducted by educators who are practitioners in the clinic and hospital settings
  4. Provided with a Learner’s Guide

Details

Format
Online*
Course Fee
For more information, please contact us.

ABOUT OUR CAREGIVING COURSES

Who should attend this course?

This course is suitable for anyone who needs to perform caregiving for an elderly or someone who is managing a caregiver.

Does the participant need to have caregiving experience to take the course?

No prior caregiving experience is required. In fact, 90% of our participants are beginners with no caregiving work experience.

What benefits will the participant gain after the course?

The participant will learn practical skills to provide proper care and be confident in performing assisted daily living activities for the elderly. Our course enables the participant to develop a good foundation of both theory and practical application.

How will my care recipient benefit?

The care recipient will benefit from better care and be able to carry out his or her activities of daily living safely at home. Family members of care recipient will feel assured and have a peace of mind that he or she is being competently looked after.  

ABOUT CRAWFURD

Who is Crawfurd Hospital?

Crawfurd Hospital is a modern and dynamic acute-licensed private hospital in Singapore. Our mission is to provide exceptional healthcare that empowers individuals to lead healthier, fuller lives. Situated at Adam Road, the hospital offers executive health screening, surgical, endoscopic expertise and procedures tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

Who is Crawfurd Medical Centre?

Crawfurd Medical is a one-stop primary health care that provides a range of health services including but not limited to acute care, health screening, diagnostic modalities, corporate health and more. We believe in redefining primary care, empowering patients in the pursuit of better health. Our medical centre is located at Suntec City Mall, a major multi-use property in the heart of the vibrant Marina Bay area.

Who is Crawfurd Silver Care?

We are the geriatric arm of Crawfurd Hospital that provides training that emphasizes interactive learning through real-life case studies, ensuring practical and empathetic caregiving. Our programs, crafted by seasoned professionals with hospital and home care experience, equip caregivers with essential skills and knowledge. We are dedicated to transforming caregivers into confident, skilled and compassionate individuals, making a meaningful difference in elderly care. 

What other courses are available at Crawfurd Silver Care?

We offer other other courses on topics such as elder proofing program, stoma care and nasogastric tube feeding for caregivers. For domestic helpers performing caregiving duties, we provide communication skills courses and an orientation workshop to help them transition smoothly into caregiving roles in Singapore.

Additionally, we offer educational and training courses designed for eldercare professionals as well as for the wider community, including commercial clients and special interest groups like pre-retirees. These courses empower caregivers and employees to navigate the ‘Silver’ Age with confidence.

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