Online course
Explore why environments matter and how you can help support transformation of the places you work to better support people living with dementia.
Environments
We train design, property management and care professionals to collectively help create supportive environments for people living with dementia and other aged-related dispositions.
Building on National Design Principles and Guidelines
Environments matter to people living with cognitive and physical impairments. Some buildings and outdoor areas present barriers, others reinforce retained abilities and invite opportunities for meaningful activity.
DTA works with the Department of Health and Aged Care to develop National Design Principles and Guidelines in response to recommendations made in the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.
The Guidelines our programs and resources are structured upon have been built over four decades of research and reflective practice.
These guidelines will outline how residential care environments can best support the people who live there, especially those living with dementia.
Environments Courses
This is a core component of the Environments Program that explores why environments matter and how you can help transform the place you work to better support residents.
Environments Events
Workshop
Masterclass in Aged Care Design: Creating supportive Environments for older people
An interactive one-day course that will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to design meaningful aged care homes.
Virtual Classroom
Community of Practice – Designing for Older People
Interested in a conversation about designing for older people? Join our monthly online discussion groupEnvironments Resources
Explore our range of resources.
Are you ready to create real and lasting change at your organisation?
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Dementia Training Australia is supported by funding from the Australian Government under the Dementia Training Program
