Developing technology to meet psychosocial needs

Arlene Astell and colleagues describe two projects using computers – CIRCA and Living in the Moment – which brought the benefits of rewarding activity and positive social interaction to people with dementia and their caregivers Author/s: Arlene Astell For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive...

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I believe, therefore I care

Responding to Baroness Warnock’s comment that people with dementia ‘waste the resources of the NHS’, Claire Biernacki argues that dementia care will continue to suffer unless society starts to believe in the fundamental value of all people. Author/s: Claire Biernacki For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full...

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Linking hands in circle dance

Cynthia Heymanson explains how circle dancing, a traditional form of dance from many countries, can benefit people with dementia Author/s: Cynthia Heymanson For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive is available if you subscribe....

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