When a resident becomes confused, frightened or distressed, staff are often responding under pressure, with limited time to step back and understand what may be happening for the person.

6D Dementia® gives care-home teams a shared, practical approach to understanding dementia and responding to distress and changes in behaviour. Staff learn to consider what is happening, why it may be happening and what to do next.

Our CPD-accredited training goes beyond dementia awareness. It helps staff understand how dementia affects each person, recognise what may be contributing to changes in behaviour or distress, and identify practical ways to respond with confidence, consistency and compassion.

Designed for the whole care-home team, from care assistants and nurses to activity, domestic and management staff, 6D combines flexible digital learning with real care-home scenarios, practical guidance, workshops and leadership development. 6D Dementia - Care Home

Staff can complete short digital modules flexibly around the demands of frontline care. Managers can monitor progress and training records, supporting workforce development and providing evidence for inspection readiness. 6D also supports a consistent approach to dementia care across teams, shifts and multiple homes. 

Developed by Consultant Clinical Psychologist Dr Frances Duffy, drawing on more than 30 years of NHS experience and 15 years leading dementia services, 6D brings together evidence, psychological approaches and practical strategies that staff can apply in their day-to-day work.

Visit 6D Dementia at the Care Show to discover how we can support your staff and strengthen dementia care across your home or care group.