| The Art of Dementia Care Contributor(s): Kuhn, Daniel (Author), Verity, Jane (Author) |
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ISBN: 140189951X ISBN-13: 9781401899516 Publisher: Cengage Learning OUR PRICE: $26.55 Product Type: Paperback Published: July 2007 Annotation: The Art of Dementia Care is a practical guide intended for all who provide support, encouragement and care for people with dementia. Using a relationship model of care, you will learn how you can make a positive difference in the lives of those with dementia. Discussion and examples will challenge you to reflect on your attitude and behavior towards people with dementia and teach you to provide thoughtful care to each person in your care. The authors draw upon examples from common clinical situations to highlight how to practice the art of dementia care through the recognition of the limits of people with dementia and the promotion of their strengths and abilities. Ultimately, the quality of the care you provide can greatly affect the quality of life the person with dementia will experience. The Art of Dementia Care will set you on the path to thoughtful and meaningful care. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Neurology - Medical | Allied Health Services - Medical Assistants - Medical | Nursing - General |
| Dewey: 616.83 |
| LCCN: 2007018127 |
| Physical Information: 0.24" H x 5.26" W x 8.01" (0.34 lbs) 96 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Contributor Bio(s): Verity, Jane: - Jane Verity, OTR, FT, CSP, Master Practitioner in NLP is the Director of Dementia Care Australia in Mooroolbark, Victoria, Australia.Kuhn, Daniel: - "Daniel Kuhn is the Director of the Professional Training Institute for the Alzheimer's Association - Greater Illinois Chapter in Chicago, IL." |