Sarah McNicol
Supporting People to Live Well with Dementia: A Guide for Library Services
Supporting People to Live Well with Dementia: A Guide for Library Services
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Libraries have enormous potential to support people with dementia and their carers, and demand for dementia-friendly library services is only likely to increase. Supporting People to Live Well with Dementia provides an understanding of the different ways in which library customers may be affected by dementia and suggests ways in which libraries can better support them through customer service, design, resources, reading interventions, online provision, and other activities.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 19 January 2023
Publisher: Facet Publishing
Libraries hold immense potential in supporting individuals living with dementia and their caretakers, and the demand for dementia-friendly library services is anticipated to rise in the future as the prevalence of dementia increases and there is a greater emphasis on community-based care. Initiating efforts to create a dementia-friendly library may initially appear daunting, but even small changes can yield significant results.
Supporting People to Live Well with Dementia: A Guide for Effective Development, Promotion, and Evaluation of Services is a valuable resource that provides insights into how libraries can effectively cater to the needs of people with dementia and their caretakers. It explores the various ways in which dementia can impact library customers and highlights the importance of maintaining their active participation in their communities. The book then offers practical strategies for libraries to enhance their support, including customer service approaches, design considerations, resource provision, reading interventions, online services, and a wide range of other activities that foster positive and inclusive attitudes towards individuals living with dementia among library staff, customers, and communities at large.
By implementing these strategies, libraries can become valuable allies in promoting the well-being and inclusion of people with dementia. They can create a welcoming and supportive environment that empowers individuals to continue engaging with literature, learning, and social activities, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and contributing to their overall well-being.
Weight: 332g
Dimension: 233 x 154 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783305971
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