Reminiscence In Dementia Care

Author : Pam Schweitzer,Errollyn Bruce
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2008-05-15
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1846428041

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Remembering Yesterday, Caring Today by Pam Schweitzer,Errollyn Bruce Pdf

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.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:473179167

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Reminiscence in Dementia Care by Anonim Pdf

Author : Halimah Badioze Zaman,Peter Robinson,Patrick Olivier,Timothy K. Shih,Sergio Velastin
Publisher : Springer
Page : 799 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-12
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783319029580

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Advances in Visual Informatics by Halimah Badioze Zaman,Peter Robinson,Patrick Olivier,Timothy K. Shih,Sergio Velastin Pdf

This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Third International Conference on Advances in Visual Informatics, IVIC 2013, held in Selangor, Malaysia, in November 2013. The four keynotes and 69 papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from various submissions. The papers focus on four tracks: computer visions and engineering; computer graphics and simulation; virtual and augmented reality; and visualization and social computing.

Author : Faith Gibson
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2011-08-15
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0857003380

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Reminiscence and Life Story Work by Faith Gibson Pdf

Reminiscence is a valuable tool for the professional carer as well as those who are looking after a family member or friend. It enhances and enriches the care relationship, and benefits both the person being cared for and the carer. This fully-updated fourth edition is full of practical information on planning and running successful reminiscence work. It will enable carers and health and social care practitioners to develop the attitude, knowledge, understanding, values and skills they need to use reminiscence with people of all ages, either individually or in groups, and in residential or community settings. Topics covered include reminiscence with individuals and couples, inter-generational reminiscence, reminiscence with individuals from minority ethnic groups and reminiscence with people with sensory and learning disabilities, dementia, depression and terminal illness. This book is the ideal starting point for any professional taking up reminiscence work, as well as for those who wish to deepen their knowledge and increase their ability to help those they care for in less formal ways.

Author : Faith Gibson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : UOM:39015060376970

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The Past in the Present by Faith Gibson Pdf

Promote or revive your clients' abilities to solve problems, cope more effectively, improve communication and social interactions, and build their self-esteem with the formal and informal reminiscence strategies contained in The Past in the Present. Informed by a life span development perspective, this book offers you richly productive Themes and topics Multisensory triggers that stimulate recall Intergenerational activities Formats for constructing and recording the life story Techniques to unlock therapeutic barriers With these tools, you can help your clients to Tap into their creativity Experience meaningful life review Deepen their relationships with others and value themselves Shed feelings of isolation Become a reminiscence resource for others Internationally acclaimed reminiscence expert Faith Gibson seamlessly combines theory and practical approaches to help you ensure life satisfaction and successful aging in clients at any stage in life and in any setting, whether you are working with them individually, as a couple, or in a small group. Learn how people with dementia can benefit from using reminiscence. In addition, for the first time, this book elucidates how reminiscence can be used as a dynamic tool for staff development, improving the delivery of care by and skills of direct care staff. Practical strategies are enhanced by photocopiable forms and charts that assist in accountability, dozens of case examples from diverse populations and programs in the U.S. and abroad, a 20th century time line, an international resource list, and a comprehensive reminiscence bibliography. The Past in the Present is an essential reminiscence resource for nursing staff and paraprofessionals, social workers, psychologists, occupational therapists, activity directors, recreation therapists, professionals providing training programs for volunteers and family caregivers, community groups, and school and college programs providing community service and intergenerational outreach. Instructors in gerontology and related disciplines will find this an insightful, essential addition to their curricula.

Author : Danny Walsh
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2006-06-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1846425352

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Dementia Care Training Manual for Staff Working in Nursing and Residential Settings by Danny Walsh Pdf

This accessible, interactive resource book encourages front-line staff working with dementia sufferers in nursing and residential settings to examine their working practice and modify it to where appropriate to meet best practice guidelines. Packed with photocopiable training exercises, discussion points and questions to prompt care workers to reflect on their style of work, this practical training manual also provides a framework for care work in line with statutory requirements and national training standards. It can be used as a self-training guide by carers, who can work through it at their own pace or under the supervision of a colleague, or by trainers running structured courses on good practice in dementia care. It is also suitable for use as a quick reference in daily practice. This comprehensive resource will provide useful guidance for all staff working face-to-face with people with dementia, whether in nursing, day-care or residential settings.

Author : Errollyn Bruce,Sarah Hodgson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Dementia
ISBN : UOM:39015067645054

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Reminiscing with People with Dementia by Errollyn Bruce,Sarah Hodgson Pdf

Author : Jill Manthorpe,Esme Moniz-Cook
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2008-11-15
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1846428653

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Early Psychosocial Interventions in Dementia by Jill Manthorpe,Esme Moniz-Cook Pdf

For the increasing number of people diagnosed with dementia each year, treatment in the early stages can make a significant difference to their quality of life. This book provides examples of psychosocial interventions: taking into consideration the individual, social and environmental aspects of the person's life. It looks at ways of providing support at the time of diagnosis and goes on to explore a variety of interventions and services for the treatment of early dementia. Bringing together the knowledge and experiences of professionals from both the UK and Europe, the contributors describe interventions for both psychological and practical problems with case examples such as memory support groups, art therapies and assistive technologies for use in the home. This accessible book will be essential reading for practitioners and carers working with those with early dementia and will be extremely useful in both professional development and for those new to dementia care.

Author : Sophie Jopling,Sarah Mousley
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-21
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781784505219

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The Multi-Sensory Reminiscence Activity Book by Sophie Jopling,Sarah Mousley Pdf

With a key theme for every week of the year, this resource contains extended multi-sensory reminiscence group session plans for older adults. Written by experienced occupational therapists, it provides detailed session plans for running successful and therapeutically-valuable activities within group sessions, from remembering school days to celebrating the natural wonders of the British Isles. Each plan has been developed to be suitable for people with a variety of abilities, including for those with dementia, and help to support memory, sensory function, confidence, communication, connection, as well as overall physical and emotional wellbeing. Activities range from cognitive activities such as word games, food tasting, music and poetry to group discussions. Session plans are accompanied by downloadable colour photographs and word cards to be used as tools for discussion.

Author : Jackie Pool
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781849052214

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The Pool Activity Level (PAL) Instrument for Occupational Profiling by Jackie Pool Pdf

This fourth edition contains all the latest research on the use of the PAL Instrument, new information on using the PAL Checklist to carry out sensory interventions and information about how a new online PAL tool supports the book. It features photocopiable activity checklists and plans that help to match users' abilities with activities.

Author : Jeffrey Dean Webster, MEd,Barbara K. Haight, DrPh, RN, FAAN
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2002-06-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780826197832

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Critical Advances in Reminiscence Work by Jeffrey Dean Webster, MEd,Barbara K. Haight, DrPh, RN, FAAN Pdf

"This book is a mind opener to many important issues of human behavior." -- from the Foreword by James E. Birren Reminiscence work continues to develop in exciting and productive ways. In this volume, Webster and Haight along with multidisciplinary contributors point out ways of improving the quality of life through the processes of reminiscence. They present examples of cutting-edge treatments in reminiscence work. Organized into sections, the book sets the stage with a valuable review of the literature and then focuses on conceptual issues, developmental/sociocultural contexts, special populations, and clinical applications. Topics addressed include: reminiscence and development in late life, personal identity/social discontinuity, spiritual reminiscence, story-telling, integrating reminiscence and life review techniques with therapy, and reminiscence groups for people with dementia, among them. Critical Advances in Reminiscence Work will help shape the direction of the field in the future and should be read by every practitioner, researcher, and senior undergraduate/graduate student interested in biographical approaches.

Author : Ann Rainbow
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-24
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781351703260

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The Reminiscence Skills Training Handbook by Ann Rainbow Pdf

This easy-to-use guide provides an accessible workbook for reminiscence skills training. It includes: information on the history and definition of reminiscence work; the value of the reminiscence experience to older people and their carers as well as practical ideas and suggestions on how to use reminiscence in a beneficial and therapeutic way; how to set up, run and maintain group and individual reminiscence activities; training points and training activities for each section to enhance understanding by making links with the personal experience of the reader; and, emphasis on the role of reminiscence work in the social and emotional care of ethnic minority elders, people with dementia and older people who have been bereaved. This handbook will not only help to promote reminiscence work but also enhance everyday communication between carers and older people.

Author : Polly Kaiser,Ruth Eley
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2016-09-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780857009142

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Life Story Work with People with Dementia by Polly Kaiser,Ruth Eley Pdf

Introducing life story work, a way for people with dementia to connect with their relatives, carers and the professionals working with them. This evidence-based book explains the many benefits of life story work, with practical guidance for introducing it in a variety of settings. The authors show how life story work can empower people with dementia to inform care practitioners and family members what care and support they may need now and in the future, by taking into account their past and their future wishes and aspirations. The book includes practical information on how to get started, ethical considerations such as consent and confidentiality, and considers issues of diversity and how to address them. The voices of practitioners, researchers and family carers sit alongside those of people living with dementia to present a wide-range of perspectives on life story work.

Author : Pam Schweitzer
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781843104308

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Reminiscence Theatre by Pam Schweitzer Pdf

This book is a comprehensive guide to the nature, practice and therapeutic effects of reminiscence theatre. Drawing on examples from real-life case studies, Pam Schweitzer provides practical advice on the process of taking an oral history, creating from it a written script and developing that into a dramatic production, on whatever scale.

Author : Murna Downs,Barbara Bowers
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2014-09-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780335245345

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Excellence in Dementia Care: Research into Practice by Murna Downs,Barbara Bowers Pdf

This scholarly yet accessible textbook is the most comprehensive single text in the field of dementia care. Drawn from research evidence, international expertise and good practice guidelines, the book has been crafted alongside people with dementia and their families. Case studies and quotes enrich every chapter, illustrating the realities of living with dementia and bringing theory to life. Fully updated with 10 brand new chapters, this landmark textbook has enormous breadth and gives an authoritative overview of dementia care. The 2nd edition now includes chapters on the following topics: • Dementia friendly communities • Representations of dementia in the media • Younger people with dementia • The arts and dementia • Enhancing relationships between families and those with dementia • Whole person assessment • Dementia friendly physical design • Transitions in care This compelling new edition is a must purchase for those working or volunteering in health and social care, undergraduate and postgraduate students across a range of disciplines in health and social work, and anyone interested in the field of dementia care including people with dementia and their families. “While we have made significant advances in the care for people with dementia and their families, there is much work yet to be done. This book provides a fantastic framework in which to set our understanding of dementia and to take things forward.” Alistair Burns, Professor of Old Age Psychiatry, Faculty of Medical and Human Sciences, University of Manchester, UK “Bravo to the authors of Excellence in Dementia Care! They have created a must read guidebook for those providing care to persons experiencing cognitive changes and their families. This collaborative effort focuses on successful provider strategies encompassing topics across the dementia journey and is filled with spot on, relevant, and timely information. Best of all, this work is loaded with real case studies to help translate knowledge to practice, making it a true resource for all practitioners.” Suzanne Bottum-Jones, MA, Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute, School of Medicine & Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA