Dementia Interpreters

About the Course

People living with dementia face changes and challenges in communication as the disease progresses. it can be common that the person loses the ability to speak as they would before the disease. When this happens the brain seeks new ways to communicate. This might be through actions, noises, behaviours and body language, This can be called the language of dementia. A dementia interpreter is someone who helps translate the actions, noises, behaviours and body language into an understandable and recognised language.

When you become a dementia interpreter you do not try to translate alone. You will join a global network of other interpreters who share what they’ve learntand their experiences to help translate the language of dementia. By collectively sharing this vital knowledge we can help re-connect with the individuals you support.