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The Montessori method for connecting to people with dementia
- Authors:
- BRENNER Tom, BRENNER Karen
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 160
- Place of publication:
- London
Accessible guide on how to use the positive, person-centred, creativity-based Montessori method to reconnect with people with dementia emotionally and spiritually. Includes an explanation of the philosophy of the method, clearly-written steps to implement it, and case studies showing the powerful impact of creativity on those with dementia. (Edited publisher abstract)
Promoting resilience in dementia care: a person-centred framework for assessment and support planning
- Author:
- CHRISTIE Julie
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2020
- Pagination:
- 192
- Place of publication:
- London
A practical and accessible resource describes the key concepts of resilience within the context of dementia. Developing resilience can hugely improve quality of life for people living with dementia, and this book explains the challenges and opportunities of developing resilience in this situation. It provides real-life examples of resilience in dementia assessment and care and suggests frameworks for applying resilience in daily practice, as well as template assessment sheets. It will help practitioners develop meaningful resilience for those living with dementia.
Namaste care for people living with advanced dementia: a practical guide for carers and professionals
- Author:
- KENDALL Nicola
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 192
- Place of publication:
- London
A practical guide for carers and professionals looking to transfer the principles of Namaste Care to those living with advanced dementia at home. The Namaste Care approach is focussed on giving comfort and pleasure to people with advanced dementia through sensory stimulation, especially the use of touch. The guide contains detailed descriptions of how to implement this multi-sensory approach and emphasises how it can improve quality of life for those with dementia and their families. It includes chapters on recruiting and training volunteers, assessing needs, and managing pain and discomfort. (Edited publisher abstract)
CLEAR Dementia Care: a model to assess and address unmet needs
- Author:
- DUFFY Frances
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 176
- Place of publication:
- London
This book introduces the CLEAR Dementia Care© model, a method of assessing behaviour that challenges, through an understanding that challenging behaviour may be a way of communicating unmet needs. It explains the factors that contribute to challenging behaviour and how a having a better understanding of these factors can improve quality of life and lead to better care for the person with dementia. It features case studies with examples of how to interpret signs of distress and develop an appropriate intervention plan. The model includes person-centred assessment of cognition, life story and personality, emotional and physical wellbeing, activity and environment, and relationships. Photocopiable assessment tools are included. (Edited publisher abstract)
Practical nutrition and hydration for dementia-friendly mealtimes
- Author:
- MARTIN Lee
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 264
- Place of publication:
- London
This book offers guidance on ensuring that individuals with dementia can maintain a high standard of nutritional intake alongside maintaining dignity and having increased independence at mealtimes. It explains how dementia impacts on mealtime abilities and it takes carers through an evidence-based and structured way to assess the mealtime abilities of a person with dementia and it provides practical guidance on how to enhance these abilities and offers interventions for overcoming common issues. (Edited publisher abstract)
Teaching empathy and conflict resolution to people with dementia: a guide for person-centred practice
- Authors:
- CAMP Cameron J., CAMP Linda
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 112
- Place of publication:
- London
The way in which dementia is understood and treated is changing, with a growing focus on the individual's experience and person-centred approaches to care. Introducing a new model of dementia care that reflects on the role of a person with dementia within a community and their relationships, this guide for professional and family caregivers demonstrates how to facilitate positive relationships for peaceful living. By having an understanding of the cognitive and physical challenges that older adults with dementia face, caregivers can practice empathic care that affords people with dementia increased freedom of expression and independence. Included here are techniques for conflict resolution that enable people with dementia to be active and self-initiating in times of distress and disruption. Looking at the basics of respect, empathy, and mindfulness, this book also provides hands-on training for employing these virtues in practice with a number of exercises to help achieve the goal of peaceful independent living. (Edited publisher abstract)
Visiting the memory cafe and other dementia care activities: evidence-based interventions for care homes
- Editors:
- BAKER Caroline, CORRIGAN-CHARLESWORTH Jason
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 208
Outlining the enhancing dementia care programme developed by the editors, this book looks at the activities trialled within care homes and gives evidence of their success. The activities are designed to provide meaningful engagement for residents, while respecting each individual resident's readiness to engage and participate. The approach to person-centred care has proven to be extremely effective, and activities such as Namaste Care and Memory Cafés have engaged residents who had previously not responded to interventions, demonstrably showing an increase in their levels of well-being. Supported by case studies, each chapter recommends the best way to implement the ideas discussed in the care home environment and beyond. (Edited publisher abstract)
Safeguarding adults under the Care Act 2014: understanding good practice
- Editors:
- COOPER Adi, WHITE Emily
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 288
- Place of publication:
- London
This guide sets out the most current principles behind working in adult safeguarding, presents core skills and knowledge to support best practice and shows how to overcome areas that present challenges to practitioners. Two core themes are ensuring adult safeguarding is person-centred and outcome-focused. Chapters cover issues such as self-neglect and hoarding, domestic abuse, modern slavery and human trafficking and financial scams. Each chapter includes case studies to illustrate good practice, checklists, and key messages for specific areas of practice. The appendix provides an overview of core legal frameworks for safeguarding adults practice. (Edited publisher abstract)
Embracing touch in dementia care: a person-centred approach to touch and relationships
- Author:
- TANNER Luke
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 256
- Place of publication:
- London
This practical guide instructs carers on how to re-evaluate their use of physical contact in dementia care to create a more effective, person-centred care system. It demonstrates the vital role touch plays in supporting relationships and wellbeing, and challenges the barriers preventing staff from using touch in meaningful ways. It demonstrates that touch and other forms of non-verbal communication are essential for 'being with' and not just 'doing to' people living with a dementia. It provides training exercises on consent and non-verbal communication, explaining how and when to use touch effectively in everyday interactions, and in all stages of dementia. (Edited publisher abstract)
Enhancing health and wellbeing in dementia: a person-centred integrated care approach
- Author:
- RAHMAN Shibley
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 384
- Place of publication:
- London
This book identifies how outstanding quality integrated care for people living with dementia might be achieved, whether in residential or home-based settings. The book highlights the key contemporary underpinnings of integrated care that are required for wellbeing for living with dementia, including technology, staff performance, leadership, and intelligent regulation of services. It addresses the major challenges to promoting person-centred care, and tackles difficult conversations around spirituality, sexuality and dying well. The crucial importance of promoting physical and mental health is emphasised. Taking into account recent developments in NICE guidelines and Cochrane reviews for dementia, this book presents an opportunity for all those involved in the provision of care for people with dementia to maintain a focus on delivering the best care possible, and to engage with the wider issues surrounding wellbeing. This book will be especially useful to commissioners following the NHS new models of care vanguards. (Edited publisher abstract)