Shows and events Upcoming events Training Opportunity for BSL Interpreters: Deaf Dementia About the CPD Training Opportunity Deafinitely Theatre's Spring 2024 production of The Promise was inspired by the extraordinary experiences of deaf people living with dementia. This opened a wider conversation around deaf people living with dementia, amongst academics and sector professionals. The way in which sign language is used in this area needs more research and discussion. As our understanding of dementia evolves, so too must the language we use. This full-day course will explore the current state of British Sign Language regarding Deaf people living with dementia. We aim to foster discussions on how BSL can be adapted to communicate effectively and sensitively about dementia-related issues. Participants will receive CPD certificates awarding 6 CPD points upon successful completion of the training. Price £120 When Saturday 22nd February 2025 Time 10am – 5pm (including 1hr lunch break) Venue Alzheimer’s Society. 43-44 Crutched Friars, City of London, London EC3N 2AE Number of CPD points You will achieve 6 CPD points for attending this session About the course leader dr. emma ferguson-coleman (she/her) Dr. Emma Ferguson-Coleman is a Lecturer in Dementia and Ageing at the Geller Institute of Ageing and Memory (GIAM), School of Medicine and Biosciences, University of West London. Dr. Ferguson-Coleman has worked as a researcher with Deaf BSL users living with dementia and their carers since 2010. Her work has focussed on the support needs of this minority population in accessing culturally appropriate support after diagnosis. Minimum Requirements Qualified or registered trainee BSL Interpreter Booking for this event has now closed. Manage Cookie Preferences