Overview
Even in the earliest stages of progressive dementia, patients have difficulty evaluating their own needs and engaging in appropriate activities. A therapeutic program of care, including constructive activities and behavior management, is necessary for maximizing patients' functioning and quality of life. The 'Handbook of Dementia Care' and its companion 'Training Manual and Video for Dementia Care Specialists' offer a complete training system for teachers and students providing dementia care in a variety of settings. Developed at the well-known George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers, the program's instructor's manual and student handbook are organized into six teaching modules: basic information on dementia, positive interaction techniques, supportive physical environment, therapeutic activities, group activities, and family support. Each module is accompanied by a videotaped lecture and demonstration presentation to further illustate the topic being discussed. This exciting project is a comprehensive instructional tool for dementia care professionals working in adult day centers, long-term care and residential settings, hospitals, nursing homes, and home health care agencies.
Full Product Details
Author: Jean M. Stehman, MA ACC (Director, The George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers, Inc.) ,
Geraldine I. Strachan ,
Joy A. Glenner (President/CEO, The George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers, Inc.) ,
George G. Glenner (School of Dementia Care)
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press
Imprint: Johns Hopkins University Press
Dimensions:
Width: 21.60cm
, Height: 1.80cm
, Length: 27.90cm
Weight: 0.544kg
ISBN: 9780801852770
ISBN 10: 0801852773
Pages: 152
Publication Date: 27 July 1996
Recommended Age: From 17
Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
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Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
This is a superb book, video, and training manual on dementia care, with emphasis on Alzheimer's disease in day care. The handbook is a guide for establishing a therapeutic program of care for dementia patients in any type of long-term care setting... it fills a tremendous void which can be adopted by any dementia center for any level of training and is a useful reference for anyone providing long-term care for dementia patients and is highly recommended for all health care professionals, gerontologists, and families involved in diagnosing, treating, and caring for dementia patients. Contemporary Gerontology
This is a superb book, video, and training manual on dementia care, with emphasis on Alzheimer's disease in day care. The handbook is a guide for establishing a therapeutic program of care for dementia patients in any type of long-term care setting...it fills a tremendous void which ca be adopted by any dementia center for any level of training and is a useful reference for anyone providing long-term care for dementia patients and is highly recommended for all health care professionals, gerontologists, and families involverd in diagnosing, treating, and caring for dementia patients. --'Contemporary Gerontology'
Author Information
Jean M. Stehman, M.A., A.C.C., Geraldine I. Strachan, R.N., M.S.N.Ed., and Judith K. Neubauer are longtime staff-members of the George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers in San Diego. Joy A. Glenner is president and chief executive officer of the Centers. George G. Glenner, M.D., was on the staff of the University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine until his death in 1995. The Glenners founded the Centers in 1982.
