Alzheimer's Australia Vic | Dementia Learning Guide 2017

CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Alzheimer’s Australia Vic provides a flexible range of consultancy support uniquely tailored
to assist organisations achieve their specific goals.
Our team of highly skilled facilitators works with executive and middle management, staff,
consumers and families to implement evidence-based and sustainable practice
improvement.
Our consultancy approach -
the Birch pathway
Our consultancy pathway is represented by
the Birch tree which symbolises new beginnings.
The Birch forms a visual representation of
new opportunities for change and growth that
encourage engagement across the whole
organisation.
Our consultancy framework includes:
• building sound evidence to support practice improvement
• exploring and developing a unique model of care
• a focus on sustainability
• developing staff knowledge and skills to support the
engagement of people with dementia in purposeful and
enjoyable activities
• developing leadership skills
• organisational culture change
• tailored learning experiences
• on-site coaching
The focus of our consultancy work is people
The principles which underpin our approach are that:
• people living with dementia should enjoy purposeful lives that reflect their
abilities, interests and choices
• families should feel respected and welcome as valued members of the
community of care
• staff should experience rewarding work and inclusive teamwork
• the organisation should implement systems and practices that support
meaningful relationships, a homely community and a competitive business
advantage
“The consultancy changed the way we thought about dementia” − Participant
Contact our Customer Relations Consultants to arrange a free visit.
03 9816 5708 vic.education@alzheimers.org.au
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