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Memory and Communication Aids for People with Dementia by Michelle S. Bourgeois (2013, Trade Paperback)
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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherHealth Professions Press
ISBN-101938870069
ISBN-139781938870064
eBay Product ID (ePID)177617790
Product Key Features
Number of Pages160 Pages
Publication NameMemory and Communication Aids for People with Dementia
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2013
SubjectNursing Home Care, Neurology, Allied Health Services / Occupational Therapy, Diseases / Alzheimer's & Dementia
TypeTextbook
AuthorMichelle S. Bourgeois
Subject AreaHealth & Fitness, Medical
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.3 in
Item Weight19.2 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2013-037054
Dewey Edition23
ReviewsThese interventions are highly effective and can be used across a wide range of settings and challenging behaviors associated with dementia. There is only one question regarding this exceptional book: Why aren't you using it?
Number of Volumes1 vol.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal616.83
SynopsisUse the ingenious communication and memory aids featured in this practical guide to significantly improve the ability of people with dementia and related memory impairments to stay connected, engaged, and functioning at their optimal level of independence. Presenting a wide array of evidence-based examples, Memory and Communication Aids for People with Dementia contains all the information needed to develop personalised supports for any individual and every circumstance. From low-tech options such as memory wallets, memo boards, planners, and reminder cards to commercial products available through new electronic technologies, these simple but powerful tools help to provide conversation prompts, answers to common questions, and reminders for daily living. Confusion, anxiety, frustration, and challenging behaviours melt away when individuals are able to communicate their needs and preferences to caregivers remember important names, places, and appointments complete tasks unassisted engage in meaningful conversations and social interactions recall past events and achievements preserve their dignity and identity Full-colour illustrations and simple instructions for creating various memory and communication tools are included. Abundant examples of useful content and formats are supplemented by more than 30 downloadable guides and templates to use or customise. Speech-language pathologists, occupational and physical therapists, activity directors, direct care staff, and family members interacting with adults with memory impairments will welcome this practical and life-enhancing resource., Help people with memory loss communicate and function more independently with the useful memory aids in this book, with accompanying downloadable resources Presenting a wide array of evidence-based examples, discover how to use these visual, written, and electronic memory aids to improve communication, independence, and quality of life for people with dementia and related memory impairments. These memory aids help convey the needs and preferences to care partners and increase engagement and social interaction. From low-tech options such as memory wallets, memo boards, planners, and reminder cards to high-tech options such as tablets or smartphones, these simple but powerful tools help to provide conversation prompts, answers to common questions, and reminders for daily living. Full-color illustrations and simple instructions for creating various memory and communication tools are included. Abundant examples of useful content and formats are supplemented by more than 30 downloadable guides and templates to use or customize. Speech-language pathologists, occupational and physical therapists, activity directors, direct care staff, and family members interacting with adults with memory impairments will welcome this practical and life-enhancing resource.
LC Classification NumberRC394.M46B67 2014
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