Poet John Killick’s patience in listening to people with dementia is occasionally rewarded with a clear moment of communication. Author/s: John Killick For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive is available if you subscribe....
When someone who has dementia needs encouragement to remain mobile, specific verbal and non-verbal strategies can help. Rosemary Oddy explains. Author/s: Rosemary Oddy For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive is available if you subscribe....
Some of the barriers to communication with people with dementia arise from their illness; many others result from our attitudes and approach. Malcolm Goldsmith’s research has shown both obstacles and opportunities on the path ahead. Author/s: Malcolm Goldsmith For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive…...
Louise Sainsbury, Gillian Gibson and Esme Moniz-Cook describe a community-based social group which gave men with early dementia an opportunity to meet and talk with their peers, and support each other. Author/s: Louise Sainsbury, Gillian Gibson, Esme Moniz-Cook For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive…...
Some popular novels reveal great insight into the human predicament of dementia and the tensions and stresses family and carers experience. They are also an enjoyable and worthwhile read, writes Jill Manthorpe in this review of dementia in contemporary fiction. Author/s: Jill Manthorpe For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the…...
Mr D’s tormented, disturbing behaviour was incomprehensible to those around him. Understanding its roots could not give him the peace of mind he had never possessed, but it brought tolerance and lessened his wife’s distress, writes Graham Stokes. Author/s: Graham Stokes For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The…...
Many care workers have always attended to spiritual needs, through truly individualised care, writes Laraine Moffitt. Author/s: Laraine Moffitt For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive is available if you subscribe....
Relating to a person with dementia who has begun to give up their usual means of communication is a complex and daunting task. In this case study, Faith Ginson, Jo Marley and Helen McVicker show how using information from the past, together with detailed observation of their present behaviour, can help restore contact,reduce agitation and…...
Music that stirs deep memories provides stimulus and the background to musical and other creative activities. Olive Walker describes her work in two different residential units. Author/s: Olive Walker For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive is available if you subscribe....
Penelope Roques and Jill Walton describe their dual role as counsellors and researchers in a programme for brain tissue donation at autopsy. Author/s: Penelope Roques, Jill Walton For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive is available if you subscribe....