Practical Dementia Care
Practical Dementia Care

Author: Peter V. Rabins

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2006-01-19

Total Pages: 353

ISBN-13: 0199837902

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This is a comprehensive yet practical guide to the care and management of patients with dementia from the time of diagnosis to the end of life. It is intended for the increasing number of physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, and long-term care givers responsible for the care of individuals with dementia. For the Second Edition, the authors have added a chapter on mild cognitive impairment. The sections that received the most extensive revision or expansion include those on drug therapy; the pathophysiology of several causes of dementia; psychiatric symptoms of dementia and their treatment (especially drug treatment); and dementia in special environments (especially assisted living and nursing homes).

Dementia Care
Dementia Care

Author: Grahame Smith

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2016-06-30

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 1482245752

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Dementia is both a personal and a societal challenge. The goal of Dementia Care: A Practical Approach is to focus on how practitioners can meet this challenge with hope and compassion, thereby enabling those with dementia to live well. The book takes a ‘strengths approach’ with an emphasis on exploring sustainable strategies. Its content is underpinned by relevant policies and strategies and explicitly links to research evidence while always valuing the voices of those living with dementia. Covering various dementia strategies, the book provides a clear vision of dementia care delivery and is mapped to the Curriculum for UK Dementia Education. For health care students, the content is also mapped to the requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council and the Nursing and Midwifery Council. The book includes experiences of people living with dementia, practical examples, self-assessment questions, and key point summaries. It is a valuable resource to practitioners, informal caregivers, families, individuals with dementia or those wanting to know more about the subject.

The Creative Arts in Dementia Care
The Creative Arts in Dementia Care

Author: Jill Hayes

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2011-03-15

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 0857002511

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The physical care of people with dementia is of vital importance, but so too is their emotional, social, mental and spiritual wellbeing. The creative arts are gaining increasing recognition not only as a tool for delivering effective person-centred dementia care, but also for attending to soul as well as body. Encouraging those who care for people with dementia to develop their own creative skills, this book provides a creative map of care with easy-to-follow examples and detailed case studies. After explaining why adopting a creative approach is central to effective dementia care, the authors go on to discuss meditation, singing, movement and storytelling, describing the therapeutic benefits of each and giving practical examples of how they can be used with individuals or groups. They also look at the importance of creative supervision in promoting creativity and creating a safe space for honest interpersonal connection: an essential foundation for effective teamwork. This book will be an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the care of a person with dementia, including professional staff in residential and nursing homes, hospitals and day centres, families and other non-professional carers.

Enriched Care Planning for People with Dementia
Enriched Care Planning for People with Dementia

Author: Hazel May

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2009-07-15

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 1846429609

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The correlation between 'disengagement' and illness in people with dementia living in long-term care settings is becoming more widely recognised, and developing and adapting front-line staff responses to the changing needs of individuals is a crucial factor in addressing this problem. This book presents a complete practical framework for whole person assessment, care planning and review of persons with dementia or signs of dementia (including those with learning disabilities) who are in need of, or already receiving, health and/or social support. The book provides photocopiable assessment forms, guidelines for carrying out the assessment, and suggestions for tailored interventions based on the profile that emerges from the assessment process. The authors also include a clear explanation of the five theoretical components of dementia that are considered in the assessment: health, biography, personality, neurological impairment and social psychology. This good practice guide will provide a step up to the challenge of providing person centred care as a minimum standard rather than just an ideal. Care workers in residential settings and social workers assessing clients for their support requirements will find this an essential resource.

Design for Nature in Dementia Care
Design for Nature in Dementia Care

Author: Garuth Chalfont

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13: 1843105713

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Adopts a holistic and person-centred approach to caring for dementia sufferers by considering their emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being. Provides comprehensive examples of the wide range of ways a person can connect to nature through indoor and outdoor activities, elements and environments.

Living With Dementia
Living With Dementia

Author: Esther Chang

Publisher: ACER Press

Published: 2013-07-01

Total Pages: 247

ISBN-13: 1742863310

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A sensitive, direct and highly accessible insight into the complexities and challenges that a diagnosis of dementia presents. Contributors represent academics, practicing nurses, aged care professionals and family advocates.

The 36-Hour Day
The 36-Hour Day

Author: Nancy L. Mace

Publisher: JHU Press

Published: 2021-08-10

Total Pages: 361

ISBN-13: 1421441705

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The 36-Hour Day is the definitive dementia care guide.

Person-centred Dementia Care
Person-centred Dementia Care

Author: Dawn Brooker

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 1843103370

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Explaining the four key areas of person-centred care for people with dementia, Dawn Brooker provides a fresh definition to the important ideas that underpin the implementation and practice of dealing with this issue.

Remembering Yesterday, Caring Today
Remembering Yesterday, Caring Today

Author: Pam Schweitzer

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Published: 2008-05-15

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 1846428041

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Reminiscence is a vital way to stimulate communication and promote confidence and self-worth in people with dementia. This practical guide is designed to give those who care for people with dementia a clear sense of how reminiscence can be used to greatly improve their quality of life. The book explores how reminiscence can contribute to person-centred dementia care and contains detailed descriptions of activities that can be used in a group setting, for one-to-one reminiscence at home or in a variety of care settings. Based on ideas developed and tested internationally over a period of ten years, the book offers imaginative approaches to reminiscence and a wealth of resources for use in a wide range of situations. The book includes advice on organising a reminiscence project and provides a useful planning tool for group sessions. Remembering Yesterday, Caring Today highlights the value of reminiscence for those with dementia and is an essential guide to good practice for family and professional carers.