Since 2022, Training in Healthcare has collaborated with the N&W ICB, the UEA, and NHS England to improve hydration practices among the elderly.
Training in Healthcare has successfully trained over 460 individuals across 90 different settings and was recognized as a Regional Finalist in the Great British Care Awards 2024. Due to this success, the program has been extended until 2027.
The training is now offered in four tiers, and it is strongly encouraged that everyone completes all tiers to gain the maximum benefit from exclusive Hydration Champion Forum events, CPD opportunities, and free training sessions.
This is a short course aiming to increase understanding of how to support older adults to drink well and prevent dehydration. You have options! You can either complete this at your convenience via an eLearning platform, or sign-up to a limited number of Face-to-Face Zoom sessions instead.
Who is this for?
This course is for anyone who provides care to individuals over the age of 65.
How will the training be delivered?
Duration and Location:
Under an hour on the UEA website.
Outcome:
Certification and eligibility for Tier 2.
Who is this for?
While mainly designed for residential settings, this Tier should be completed by everyone to improve Hydration across their organisation! PLEASE NOTE: If your organisation has previously completed this Tier, you don’t need to complete it again. Please contact us if you are unsure.
How will the training be delivered?
Duration and Location:
At your setting, at your convenience!
Outcome:
Improved hydration for elderly residents (and often staff too!) across your organisation and eligibility for FREE Face-to-Face Champion Training (Tier 3).
This is a 1-day course aiming to increase understanding of how to support older adults to drink well and prevent dehydration.
Who is this for?
Those who have completed Tier 1 and 2.
How will the training be delivered?
Duration and Location:
1 full day across Norfolk.
Outcome:
Certification, ‘Hydration Champion Status’, a ‘Pin Badge’ to wear wherever you work and full access to the Hydration Champion Forum events calendar, including free Face-to-Face CPD.
The Hydration Champion Forum has proven to be an outstanding tool for continued professional development, free face-to-face training, valuable networking and improving hydration!
Who is this for?
Anybody in Norfolk and Waveney with ‘Hydration Champion’ Status.
How will the training be delivered?
Previous sessions have included:
