The training is a good general introduction to Playlist for Life. As well as Help Point volunteers it will be useful for Volunteer Networkers and Speakers.
Everyone is encouraged to complete the course.
- It should take around 40 minutes to complete.
- Each module offers a mixture of videos and printouts
- Each section includes links to further reading or useful information
- At the end of each section there is a practice question for you to test out whether you can now answer some things people are likely to ask you.
Help Point volunteers – you will be supported by your Help Point leader who is your first point of contact if you have questions. It is their responsiblity to carry out the necessary safety checks (PVG in Scotland, DBS in the rest of the UK), to protect both you and your service users.
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Training topics
Introduction: About Playlist for Life
Module 1: How to set up a Playlist for Life Help Point
Module 2: What is dementia?
Module 3: How best to work with a person with dementia
Module 4: Why music helps a person with dementia
Module 5: Music Detective skills, to help you track down the most appropriate songs for individual playlists
Module 6: Music equipment, to help people find the best option for their needs
Module 7: Once a playlist has been made, how best to use it
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