Ethics and Legalities in Dementia Care

Ethics and Legalities in Dementia Care

Course Code: HLTH362

An understanding of the ethics and legalities pertinent to dementia clients is essential in order to protect their rights and advocate for them. Principles of advocacy and lobbying to affect change in the healthcare environment are emphasized. Learn how to access community supports/resources and manoeuver through the system in which the client, family and caregivers are involved. Evaluate services, identify gaps and create strategies to address these gaps.