Creative Connections In Dementia Care

Author : Katie Norris,Jennifer A. Brush
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1938870425

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Creative Connections in Dementia Care by Katie Norris,Jennifer A. Brush Pdf

Creativity is preserved in dementia long after other abilities are lost, so that making art provides rich opportunities for meaningful engagement for people with this disease. Creative Connections(TM) in Dementia Care provides care partners with the knowledge and easy-to-follow steps they need to successfully implement art projects in a group or one-on-one setting--and no art experience is required! Written for anyone who cares for a person with dementia--family members, friends, and professionals-- this how-to guide is packed with guidance to help enhance communication, interactions, task breakdown, and problem-solving efforts while also encouraging the abilities of each participant. People with dementia enjoy valuable benefits when they actively engage in a creative activity: ? stress is reduced ? memories can be accessed ? mood and self-esteem are elevated ? a sense of personal identity and achievement is experienced To help create these opportunities, Creative Connections(TM) in Dementia Care provides 10 basic art project "recipes," detailing supplies, instructions, and activity modifications, as well as colorful, step-by-step photographs that show how to demonstrate and lead the activity for the person with dementia. Each art activity is failure-free and does not require memory skills to complete. Bring joy and a powerful sense of connection to the lives of people experiencing dementia with this one-of-a-kind guide!

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1938870441

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Creative Connectionso in Dementia Care by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anne Basting
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-19
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780062906199

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Creative Care by Anne Basting Pdf

A MacArthur Genius Grant recipient pioneers a radical change in how we interact with older loved ones, especially those experiencing dementia, as she introduces a proven method that uses the creative arts to bring light and joy to the lives of elders. In Creative Care, Anne Basting lays the groundwork for a widespread transformation in our approach to elder care and uses compelling, touching stories to inspire and guide us all—family, friends, and health professionals—in how to connect and interact with those living with dementia. A MacArthur Genius Grant recipient, Basting tells the story of how she pioneered a radical change in how we interact with our older loved ones. Now used around the world, this proven method has brought light and joy to the lives of elders—and those who care for them. Here, for the first time, everyone can learn these methods. Early in her career, Basting noticed a problem: today’s elderly—especially those experiencing dementia and Alzheimer’s— are often isolated in nursing homes or segregated in elder-care settings, making the final years of life feel lonely and devoid of meaning. To alleviate their sense of aloneness, Basting developed a radical approach that combines methods from the world of theater and improvisation with evidence-based therapies that connect people using their own creativity and imagination. Rooted in twenty-five years of research, these new techniques draw on core creative exercises—such as “Yes, and . . .” and “Beautiful Questions.” This approach fosters storytelling and active listening, allowing elders to freely share ideas and stories without worrying about getting the details “correct.” Basting’s research has shown that these practices stimulate the brain and awaken the imagination to add wonder and awe to patients’ daily lives—and provide them a means of connection, both with the world and with those caring for them. Creative Care promises to bring light and hope to a community that needs it most.

Author : Jennifer Brush and Kerry Mills
Publisher : Balboa Press
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781452590738

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I Care by Jennifer Brush and Kerry Mills Pdf

"I Care is a comprehensive book that offers a greater understanding of how to manage the difficulties of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias ..."--Cover.

Author : Jennifer A. Brush
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1956801022

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Montessori for Elder and Dementia Care by Jennifer A. Brush Pdf

Author : Ellen Bikoff-Phipps,Barbara Braddock
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1938870395

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The Connectins Activity Program for People with Dementia by Ellen Bikoff-Phipps,Barbara Braddock Pdf

A resource and intervention guide for family caregivers, students, volunteers, home-care providers, healthcare professionals to use for identifying and setting up meaningful activities for persons with memory impairment based on the practice principles of Therapeutic Recreation, Montessori-Based Dementia Care, and Cognitive Intervention approaches. The Connections program provides specific tools for determining what level or approximate stage the person with memory loss is experiencing and what types of activity would be most appropriate based on a Leisure Interests Survey. It applies a Montessori-like approach for adapting activities for early, middle, and advanced dementia. It also walks readers through appropriate dialogue for providing assistance at each stage in the Guided Interventions.

Author : Rachael Wonderlin
Publisher : Johns Hopkins University Press
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2020-08-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781421437286

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Creative Engagement by Rachael Wonderlin Pdf

Anyone who cares for someone living with dementia will gain valuable knowledge from this compassionate book.

Author : Karrie Marshall
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-21
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781784502065

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A Creative Toolkit for Communication in Dementia Care by Karrie Marshall Pdf

How can carers and relatives support a person's identity, relationships and emotional wellbeing through changes that occur in the later stages of dementia? Drawing on over ten years' experience of working with people with dementia, Karrie Marshall provides a toolkit of tried and tested creative activities to support communication and relationships. Activities are vast and varied, with outdoor activities such as bird-watching and star-gazing aimed at supporting physical health, artistic activities such as collage creation to support identity, and musical activities such as sounds and voice warm-ups to support self-expression. Marshall also sensitively covers end of life care for people with dementia, explaining how emotional support can be provided through gentle breathing activities and even puppetry, as well as covering the legal importance of power of attorney.

Author : Jill Hayes
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2011-03-15
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0857002511

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The Creative Arts in Dementia Care by Jill Hayes Pdf

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.

Author : Tom Brenner,Karen Brenner
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-19
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781784508739

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The Montessori Method for Connecting to People with Dementia by Tom Brenner,Karen Brenner Pdf

Creative activities can support people with dementia, leading to moments of reconnection and joy. This book shows how the Montessori method - with its arts-based, person-centred and positive focus - can help caregivers connect to people with dementia. Drawing on 20 years of experience, Tom and Karen Brenner explain the philosophy of the Montessori method, provide clearly-written steps to follow when applying it, and share a wealth of case studies and stories from their personal work using this method with people with dementia. This includes reading circles, art programmes, drum circles, poetry, and video diaries. Supported by research of the importance of creativity and the arts in dementia care, it is made clear throughout how every aspect of the Montessori method can help those with dementia to rediscover the world around them, maximising the opportunities they have to reconnect with their peers, family, friends, and support staff.

Author : Eileen Eisner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1938870034

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Engaging and Communicating with People who Have Dementia by Eileen Eisner Pdf

Based on: Can do activities for adults with Alzheimer's disease: strength-based communication and programming / Eileen Eisner. Pro-Ed. c2001.

Author : Hilary Lee,Trevor Adams
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780230344501

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Creative Approaches in Dementia Care by Hilary Lee,Trevor Adams Pdf

A practical introduction to the use of the arts in dementia care. Based on experience, the book provides clear guidance on how to employ a variety of innovative techniques including art, music and dance therapies, to promote the physical, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual well-being of people with dementia.

Author : Sandra Garrido
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2019-09-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780190075934

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Music and Dementia by Sandra Garrido Pdf

Dementia is the most significant health issue facing our aging population. With no cure to date, there is an urgent need for the development of interventions that can alleviate symptoms of dementia and ensure optimal well-being for people with dementia and their caregivers. There is accumulating evidence that music is a highly effective, non-pharmacological treatment for various symptoms of dementia at all stages of disease progression. In its various forms, music (as a medium for formal therapy or an informal activity) engages widespread brain regions, and in doing so, can promote numerous benefits, including triggering memories, enhancing relationships, affirming a sense of self, facilitating communication, reducing agitation, and alleviating depression and anxiety. This book outlines the current research and understanding of the use of music for people with dementia, from internationally renowned experts in music therapy, music psychology, and clinical neuropsychology.

Author : Moyra Jones
Publisher : Hartley & Marks Publishers
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : CORNELL:31924067924427

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Gentlecare by Moyra Jones Pdf

Gentlecare offers a revolutionary new approach to Alzheimer's care. Author Moyra Jones' sensitive and insightful program for caring for those suffering from dementia emphasizes looking after the whole person; body, mind, and soul. She encourages healthcare providers of all kinds to move away from trying to modify behavior and to instead find ways to make the journey through Alzheimer's Disease less traumatic. Gentlecare covers every aspect of Alzheimer's caregiving from assessment to attitudes, and grooming to communication. It looks for ways to cherish the diminishing person and will be of profound interest to anyone affected by Alzheimer's disease, whether concerned professionals or family members of those afflicted.

Author : Timothy J. Dickey
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2020-02-28
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781838676919

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Library Dementia Services by Timothy J. Dickey Pdf

There are 50 million people globally living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and tens of millions of their caregivers. Library and information professionals must learn to assist those with dementia. This book explores best practice guidelines and concrete ideas for serving those with dementia and their caregivers.