Creating Joy and Meaning for the Dementia Patient: A Caregiver's Guide to Connection and Hope
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| Rating | : | 4.84 (985 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1442227559 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 234 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-06-25 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Time for them no longer consists of weeks, days, or even hours. But most importantly, it honors the unique individual that still resides deep inside every dementia patient by offering techniques enabling them to continue to experience the simple joys of everyday life.. Eventually their cognitive life is reduced to small increments of time, mere moments of memory. It teaches family members and other caregivers how to stay connected with their loved one for as long as possible. As the disease progresses, the patient’s world grows smaller and smaller. By understanding this and seeing the world through the eyes of a sufferer, the caregiver is better able to create an environment of mutual joy and contentment.B
MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW "This guide is highly recommended for caregivers and professionals who deal with dementia and Alzheimer's patients on a daily basis. Where other guides may talk about communication and management, this book reaches beyond these subjects and addresses the fundamentals of life - joy and meaning.Compelling and satisfyingly specific, Creating Joy & Meaning for the Dementia Patient offers what few others have achiev
Deb said A brilliant book that speaks to the heart and soul of the caretaker of those with Alzheimer’s or other serious dementias. The role of a caretaker, particularly that of one in the throes of Alzheimer’s or other serious dementias, can be an extremely stressful and daunting one. It’s a role that if one had to choose, most would walk away from, most likely run. The emotional roller coaster of Ronda Parsons life was evident, but inste. An Excellent, Informative, Insightful Read. Imelda Cummins-DeMelkon This is a beautifully written account of the author's journey as she accompanies her Mother-in Law through the minefield of Dementia/Alzheimer's. The book offers extremely helpful guidance and practical suggestions for anyone who finds themselves living the role of advocate/ caretaker. This is not, however, a one dimensio. "Informative and Inspirational guide to caregiving" according to Molly J McClellan. This is a deeply felt, intensely personal memoir covering the author's 10+ years of giving care to her beloved mother-in-law Nan who has developed dementia. But it is so much more than a memoirthe author sets out to share her experiences and the lessons she has learned caring for "her Nan". And she succeeds beautifully. S