The Art Of Dementia Care

Download or read book The Art of Dementia Care written by Daniel Kuhn and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2007-07-25 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Dementia Care is a practical guide intended for all who provide support, encouragement and care for people with dementia. Using a relationship model of care, you will learn how you can make a positive difference in the lives of those with dementia. Discussion and examples will challenge you to reflect on your attitude and behavior towards people with dementia and teach you to provide thoughtful care to each person in your care. The authors draw upon examples from common clinical situations to highlight how to practice the art of dementia care through the recognition of the limits of people with dementia and the promotion of their strengths and abilities. Ultimately, the quality of the care you provide can greatly affect the quality of life the person with dementia will experience. The Art of Dementia Care will set you on the path to thoughtful and meaningful care. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.