Working with experts from across the system, Health Education England (HEE) has developed ‘Finding Patience’, a new film looking at the experience of dementia amongst African Caribbean families.
Understanding the cultural heritage of individuals living with dementia, enables high quality, safe, person centred care that focuses on the individual rather than the disease, and an understanding of challenges that may be rooted in a person’s cultural background.
‘Finding Patience’ opens the door for health and care professionals to start talking about cultural sensitivities that may result in a reluctance to come forward and talk about concerns.
It aims to encourage health and care professionals to break down barriers in order to reach people who may otherwise go undiagnosed or struggle in isolation to provide care within family units.
Aligning to tier 1 dementia training, ‘Finding Patience’ supports a culturally appropriate approach to the dementia pathway, supporting better awareness, early diagnosis and improved person centred care.
The Film is available here: