Inside Alzheimer's: How to hear and Honor Connections with a Person who has Dementia
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| Rating | : | 4.25 (553 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0978829913 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 336 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-04-20 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
In her first book, Pearce--a medical social worker with more than 20 years of experience working in long-term healthcare and hospice settings--reminds readers that there is a person inside Alzheimer's and other dementias who needs to be heard, seen, valued, and appreciated. Wavle, Elmira Coll. One of Library Journal s Best Consumer Health Books of the Year. One of the most devastating consequences of Alzheimer's diseases for patients and their caretakers is the inevitable loss of the ability to communicate and form connections. Lib., NY --Library Journal"â¦Inside Alzheimer's is a practical, conversational guide for those new to the disease, as well as advice and techniques for seasoned profess
Each one's ability to reach out in familiar ways certainly diminishes yet he or she is always able to experience the deep benefits that come from being in vital relationship with others. This revised edition includes two 7-page, ready-reference articles that give information collected from hundreds of once-overwhelmed 24/7 care persons who wanted to give concrete, helpful messages to overwhelmed (or soon-to-be) 24/7 care persons and to persons in the community who are concerned about them. It also includes a foreword writte
Nancy Pearce, MS, LISW, is a medical social worker with over 20 years of experience in working in long-term healthcare and hospice settings. . She received an MS in Education in 1972 from Syracuse University and a Master's in Social Work from the University of CT in 1988. Ms. In her practice, she integrates her education research foundations with understanding from both her work experience and stud
"Very Helpful!" according to T. Weatherby. My mother was recently "offcially" diagnosed with Alzheimer's; however, we've know quiet awhile something was going on. This book has been a tremendous help in understanding this disease and how to relate to her better. No, it is not the same or will it ever be, but we can move forward into a new relationship and this book has given me hope that it is possible. Very easy read! I love the stories.. Help for caregivers Karla This book was a great help to my mother and me as we dealt with my father's Alzheimers progression.. Must Read for Everyone Exposed to People with Dementia Sheri Ms. Pearch touched my soul with her book. I stumbled onto it via Amazon. Once it arrived I quickly read through it. I started practicing the IF LOST concepts right away & can honestly say I have had better connections IMMEDIATELY with my mother. I've since purchased extra copies of the book for family members & have recommended it to several coworkers who are also dealing with ailing parents.My mother was off