Sally Knocker describes a visit to Elizabeth Court, which showed that it is possible to support everyday activities in a care home. She also suggests some useful tips and resources Author/s: Sally Knocker For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right. The full JDC archive is available if you subscribe....
Family carers are rarely encouraged to remain involved once their relative has moved into a care home. Jenny Henderson says that this situation must change if we are to meet the palliative care needs of people with end-stage dementia Author/s: Jenny Henderson For the full article please see the PDF download linked to the right…....
Amy Wood-Mitchell and colleagues examine what is meant by ‘lying’ to people with dementia, and ponder whether such communication can ever be therapeutic. Facts or feelings: do we need to choose? Also, Jackie Pool considers all the recent JDC articles on the subject of lying, and welcomes ongoing debate. Author/s: Amy Wood-Mitchell, Jackie Pool For…...