Each day is different: an introduction to the care and support of people with dementia
- Author:
- ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY
- Publisher:
- Alzheimer's Society
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 20p.
- Place of publication:
- London
- Edition:
- 2nd ed.
This booklet is a beginner's guide to working with people with dementia. It is designed to help staff in the first few weeks in their role and will also be useful for those who have been working with people with dementia for a while. The booklet provides practical tips on how staff should approach working with people with dementia and also suggests simple ways to boost confidence to make a real difference to the lives of people with dementia. Contents include chapters on: each day is different; The first days in the job; What is dementia; You can make a difference; It’s good to talk; dignity; understanding how dementia affects behaviour; enjoy your work; and further information.
- Subject terms:
- older people, training materials, carers, dementia;
- Location(s):
- United Kingdom
- ISBN print:
- 978 1 906647 03 2