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Key issues in evolving dementia care: international theory-based policy and practice
- Authors:
- INNES Anthea, KELLY Fiona, MCCABE Louise, (eds.)
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 264p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This book focuses on theoretical, policy and practice issues which are predicted to become fundamental priorities in the near future, and how dementia care works across the globe. It explores the theory underpinning dementia care, the applications of theory in dementia care research, and how this research is influencing and shaping practice. The contributors are practitioners, policy influencers and researchers who analyse case studies from the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia, India, France and Malta with the aim of encouraging a dialogue and exchange of interdisciplinary initiatives and ideas. Their insights into how policy and national dementia strategies are developed, and the range of approaches that can be taken in practice, will provide a positive step towards ensuring that the needs of those with dementia are met, both now and in the future. This book is designed for practitioners, researchers, policy makers and students in the field of dementia care.
Evaluation in dementia care
- Editors:
- INNES Anthea, MCCABE Louise, (eds.)
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 270p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This collection sets out the critical role and application of evaluation in identifying and developing good practice in a range of dementia care settings. The contributors discuss the evaluation of care at different levels and in various settings, particularly long stay care, covering evaluation methods, ethics, use of technology and the user's role in the evaluation process itself. Their contributions on evaluating aspects of dementia care ranging from life story work and environmental considerations to medication and dementia care mapping is a useful basis for the discussion of future challenges in evaluation of dementia care.
Dementia and social inclusion: marginalised groups and marginalised areas of dementia research, care and practice
- Editor:
- INNES Anthea
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2004
- Pagination:
- 288p.,bibliogs.
- Place of publication:
- London
Examining issues in dementia research and care that are often neglected or marginalized, the contributors to this book provide fresh perspectives on current practice. The authors put dementia care into a socio-cultural framework, highlighting the impact of social change on dementia care over the last two decades and challenging current stereotypes. The contributors address the implications of power relationships between carers and people with dementia and take an in-depth look at a broad spectrum of issues, including: the sexuality of people with dementia, communication and risk taking, people with dementia from minority ethnic groups,faecal incontinence, and dementia care and practice in remote rural communities.
Healing arts therapies and person-centred dementia care
- Editors:
- INNES Anthea, HATFIELD Karen
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 131p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Offering practical advice for arts therapists and health care professionals, this book emphasises the importance of putting the individual before the illness to provide holistic, person centred support for people with dementia. Contains contributions from music, dance and visual arts therapists.
Training and development for dementia care workers
- Author:
- INNES Anthea
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 1999
- Pagination:
- 117p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Presents a concise guide to running a training programme for dementia care workers. Outlines the key factors to consider in the design, delivery and implementation of a programme. Stresses the importance of getting to know the care settings in which the trainees will practise to ensure that the training has direct relevance to participants.