A Family Guide to Living Well with Dementia

A Family Guide to Living Well with Dementia provides knowledge and insight to support loved ones with dementia to live life as they wish, including planning for care, understanding behavior, and accessing support options. Written by someone with experience in the field, it offers easy-to-follow and practical content to help families provide the best care and support.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 204 pages
Publication date: 20 March 2023
Publisher: Critical Publishing Ltd

When a family member is diagnosed with dementia, it can be challenging to navigate the complex journey ahead. Do you worry that you lack the skills and knowledge to support them effectively? And how do you balance your own mental health amidst the stress and emotional toll?

A Family Guide to Living Well with Dementia is here to provide you with the guidance and support you need. Written by an experienced professional in this field, this easy-to-follow and accessible guide offers valuable insights to help you support the person with dementia to live life as they wish.

In this book, you will find:

Detailed information about the different types of dementia and the dementia journey
Explanations of various Person-Centred approaches to dementia care
Comprehensive information about people's rights within health and social care legislation
Insights into behavior and methods of communication
Various support options available to you and your loved one, including paid and community-based services.

Often, individuals diagnosed with dementia and their families may feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. This book provides easy-to-understand, engaging, and practical content to consider and facilitate meaningful conversations to ensure the best care and support are provided based on a solid understanding from everyone involved.

By gaining the knowledge and insight offered in this guide, you can empower yourself to be a compassionate and effective caregiver, while also taking care of your own well-being. Let's embark on this journey together and provide the best possible support to those who need it most.

Weight: 370g
Dimension: 246 x 174 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915713063