The author explains how to use redirection and other non-medical tools to address the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, as well as how to handle difficult decisions in caregiving.
The author explains how to use redirection and other non-medical tools to address the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, as well as how to handle difficult decisions in caregiving.
Molly Wisniewski is a freelance writer and consultant in the aging services. She received her M.A. in the Management of Aging Services at the Erickson School, UMBC. She has over ten years experience working with seniors in a variety of settings including Continuing Care Retirement Communities, Public Policy, and Consumer Advocacy. She began her career with a mentor dedicated to the teaching of Resident Rights and a strong advocate for the quality of life and care for seniors living in nursing homes. As an activity professional, she is continuously humbled by the joy, kindness, and compassion individuals living with dementia have in their heart and their willingness to share this love with all those they meet. Her mission is to help caregivers cultivate the same type of relationships with the older adults living with Dementia or Alzheimer¿s disease in their life. Her blog the Upside to Aging is dedicated to sharing an alternative and more positive side to aging.
Inhaltsangabe
Table of Contents Foreword Introduction Part One: How to Ease Care through Activity Engagement Chapter One: The Unexpected Family Caregiver Chapter Two: Three Ways to Avoid Caregiver Burnout Chapter Three: Dementia Care Chapter Four: Approaches to Address Behaviors Chapter Five: Activities to Ease Care Tasks Part Two: Release Guilt and Explore Care Options Chapter Six: Managing Difficult Aspects of Care Chapter Seven: How to Have a Conversation about Care Chapter Eight: Available Senior Living Options Chapter Nine: What to Look for in a Nursing Home Chapter Ten: Once a Caregiver, Always a Caregiver Thank You Acknowledgments References About the Author
Table of Contents Foreword Introduction Part One: How to Ease Care through Activity Engagement Chapter One: The Unexpected Family Caregiver Chapter Two: Three Ways to Avoid Caregiver Burnout Chapter Three: Dementia Care Chapter Four: Approaches to Address Behaviors Chapter Five: Activities to Ease Care Tasks Part Two: Release Guilt and Explore Care Options Chapter Six: Managing Difficult Aspects of Care Chapter Seven: How to Have a Conversation about Care Chapter Eight: Available Senior Living Options Chapter Nine: What to Look for in a Nursing Home Chapter Ten: Once a Caregiver, Always a Caregiver Thank You Acknowledgments References About the Author
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