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Economist Video, Care After COVID: The Future Of Elderly Health-Care
in Economist Video (London, England: The Economist, 2020), 11 mins
Across the rich world around half of covid-19 deaths have been in care homes. Countries need to radically rethink how they care for their elderly—and some innovative solutions are on offer.
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in Economist Video (London, England: The Economist, 2020), 11 mins
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Across the rich world around half of covid-19 deaths have been in care homes. Countries need to radically rethink how they care for their elderly—and some innovative solutions are on offer.
Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
News story, Documentary
Date Published / Released
2020
Publisher
The Economist
Series
Economist Video
Topic / Theme
Eldercare
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2020 The Economist
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Evaluation and Comparison of Episodic Memory in Elderly People: The Effect of Strategies Education on Memory Reinforcement
written by Nooshin Mirjahanian, fl. 2016; in Clinical Social Work, No. 2, Vol. 8, 2017, Clinical Social Work and Health Intervention, No. 2, Vol. 8, 2017 (Vienna, Vienna State: International Society of Applied Preventive Medicine i-gap, 2017, originally published 2017)
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written by Nooshin Mirjahanian, fl. 2016; in Clinical Social Work, No. 2, Vol. 8, 2017, Clinical Social Work and Health Intervention, No. 2, Vol. 8, 2017 (Vienna, Vienna State: International Society of Applied Preventive Medicine i-gap, 2017, originally published 2017)
Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
Periodical article
Author / Creator
Nooshin Mirjahanian, fl. 2016
Date Published / Released
2017
Publisher
International Society of Applied Preventive Medicine i-gap
Series
Clinical Social Work and Health Intervention
Topic / Theme
Social work, Health care issues, Memory loss, Elderly people, Macro
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2017 Clinical Social Work
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Conscious Aging: Empowering Strategies for Working with Elders
presented by Vanessa Jackson, fl. 2001-2017; produced by Microtraining Associates (Alexandria, VA: Microtraining Associates, 2017), 40 mins
Sacred Aging. When many therapists think of working with aging populations, the initial thought is that the work will focus on loss and grief, end-of- life-planning and a declining life. However, many elders are living longer and wanting their lives to be vibrant and connected and all therapists working with adult...
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presented by Vanessa Jackson, fl. 2001-2017; produced by Microtraining Associates (Alexandria, VA: Microtraining Associates, 2017), 40 mins
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Sacred Aging. When many therapists think of working with aging populations, the initial thought is that the work will focus on loss and grief, end-of- life-planning and a declining life. However, many elders are living longer and wanting their lives to be vibrant and connected and all therapists working with adult populations should be prepared of offer effective support to elders in a clinical setting. Key themes in therapy are power and control...
Sacred Aging. When many therapists think of working with aging populations, the initial thought is that the work will focus on loss and grief, end-of- life-planning and a declining life. However, many elders are living longer and wanting their lives to be vibrant and connected and all therapists working with adult populations should be prepared of offer effective support to elders in a clinical setting. Key themes in therapy are power and control reflected in conflicts with children who live nearby, sadness over what feel like missed opportunities professionally and excitement (and fear) over exploring new possibilities for how they want to live this last chapter of their lives. Client- This client has been seen for three sessions with a presenting concern of family conflicts with pulls from adult children and siblings as s/he settles into retirement and begins to explore interests which were set aside earlier in life. Client is solidly middle class and owns his/her home but is aware of the constraint of living on a fixed income. The client has raised the issue of the impact of loneliness on his/her life and the challenge of loss of social connection as they age. Client is divorced and has expressed an interest on finding a companion.
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Counseling & Therapy
Content Type
Counseling session
Contributor
Microtraining Associates
Author / Creator
Vanessa Jackson, fl. 2001-2017
Date Published / Released
2017
Publisher
Microtraining Associates
Topic / Theme
Age & aging, Adult Development and Aging, Aging, Developmental Psychology, Sadness, Age regression, Family counseling
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2017 Microtraining Associates
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University of Bradford Dementia Good Practice Guides, End of Life Care for People with Dementia: A Person-Centered Approach
written by Murna Downs, fl. 2016, Sarah Russell, fl. 2016, Jane Chatterjee, fl. 2016 and Laura Middleton-Green, fl. 2014, in University of Bradford Dementia Good Practice Guides (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, originally published 2017), 178 page(s)
"People with dementia need increasingly specialised support as they approach the end of life, and so too do their families and the professionals working with them. This book describes not only what can be done to ensure maximum quality of life for those in the final stages of the illness, but also how best to supp...
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written by Murna Downs, fl. 2016, Sarah Russell, fl. 2016, Jane Chatterjee, fl. 2016 and Laura Middleton-Green, fl. 2014, in University of Bradford Dementia Good Practice Guides (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, originally published 2017), 178 page(s)
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"People with dementia need increasingly specialised support as they approach the end of life, and so too do their families and the professionals working with them. This book describes not only what can be done to ensure maximum quality of life for those in the final stages of the illness, but also how best to support those involved in caring for them.
Emphasising the importance of being attuned to the experiences and needs of the person with de...
"People with dementia need increasingly specialised support as they approach the end of life, and so too do their families and the professionals working with them. This book describes not only what can be done to ensure maximum quality of life for those in the final stages of the illness, but also how best to support those involved in caring for them.
Emphasising the importance of being attuned to the experiences and needs of the person with dementia, the authors explain why and how they should be included in decisions relating to their end of life care. Practical strategies for ensuring physical and emotional well-being are provided, drawing on useful examples from practice and providing solutions to potential challenges that carers and family members will face. Dilemmas surrounding end of life care are explored in detail, including the moral dilemma of medical intervention, and the authors suggest ways of supporting family members through the process in terms of providing information, helping them adjust to change and loss, and involving them in their relative's care, and at how care staff can be supported through appropriate education and training, team building and information-giving.
This is an essential resource for anyone who wishes to provide compassionate, person-centred care for a person with dementia as they approach the end of life, including care staff, nurses, social workers and related professionals."
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Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Murna Downs, fl. 2016, Sarah Russell, fl. 2016, Jane Chatterjee, fl. 2016, Laura Middleton-Green, fl. 2014
Date Published / Released
2017
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Series
University of Bradford Dementia Good Practice Guides
Topic / Theme
Theory, Age & aging, Palliative care, Terminal care, Eldercare, Neurological disorders, Mental illnesses, Macro
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2016 Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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People with Dementia Speak Out
edited by Lucy Whitman, fl. 2009 (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 306 page(s)
In People with Dementia Speak Out, twenty-three people from diverse backgrounds share their experiences of living with dementia. The contributors are honest about the frustrations and fears they face, but overall there is remarkably little self-pity and a great deal of optimism. The personal accounts demonstrate t...
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edited by Lucy Whitman, fl. 2009 (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 306 page(s)
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In People with Dementia Speak Out, twenty-three people from diverse backgrounds share their experiences of living with dementia. The contributors are honest about the frustrations and fears they face, but overall there is remarkably little self-pity and a great deal of optimism. The personal accounts demonstrate that with the right support at the right time, and above all with opportunities to continue to contribute to society in a meaningful way...
In People with Dementia Speak Out, twenty-three people from diverse backgrounds share their experiences of living with dementia. The contributors are honest about the frustrations and fears they face, but overall there is remarkably little self-pity and a great deal of optimism. The personal accounts demonstrate that with the right support at the right time, and above all with opportunities to continue to contribute to society in a meaningful way, it is possible to live well with dementia. These fascinating stories bring to life the characters behind the collective term 'people with dementia', and show that each person with dementia is a unique individual with their own personality, history, beliefs, cultural affinities and sense of humour, and their own way of adapting to the disabilities and opportunities which this condition confers. This unique collection of personal testimonies will be reassuring and encouraging for those coming to terms with a diagnosis of dementia, for their families and carers, and is essential reading for health and social care professionals at all levels.
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Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
Book
Contributor
Lucy Whitman, fl. 2009
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Topic / Theme
Senility, Aging, Micro
Copyright Message
Copyright © Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2016; afterword copyright © Graham Stokes 2016
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Qigong for Wellbeing in Dementia and Aging
written by Stephen Rath, fl. 2015 and Marcia Rath, fl. 2015 (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 170 page(s)
Qigong is the centuries-old practice of moving vital energy (Qi) through the channels of the body, known as meridians, to promote vitality and health. Stephen Rath details current research and Traditional Chinese Medicine theory to show how Qigong practice can support cognitive functioning, as well as emotional an...
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written by Stephen Rath, fl. 2015 and Marcia Rath, fl. 2015 (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 170 page(s)
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Qigong is the centuries-old practice of moving vital energy (Qi) through the channels of the body, known as meridians, to promote vitality and health. Stephen Rath details current research and Traditional Chinese Medicine theory to show how Qigong practice can support cognitive functioning, as well as emotional and physical wellbeing, in people with dementia. Qigong for Wellbeing in Dementia and Aging presents a set of accessible Qigong exercises...
Qigong is the centuries-old practice of moving vital energy (Qi) through the channels of the body, known as meridians, to promote vitality and health. Stephen Rath details current research and Traditional Chinese Medicine theory to show how Qigong practice can support cognitive functioning, as well as emotional and physical wellbeing, in people with dementia. Qigong for Wellbeing in Dementia and Aging presents a set of accessible Qigong exercises and breathing techniques adapted specifically for older people who may be frail or have limited mobility, which address specific symptoms associated with dementia. These include exercises for the hands and feet, exercises for releasing emotions through the Five Animal Sounds, seated exercises, and facial exercises. The exercises, contributed by the Natural Healing Research Foundation from their Senior Exercise Class in Hawaii, are presented with clear explanatory illustrations. The final part of the book describes the Chinese understanding of nutrition as an essential underpinning of good health into old age, and provides health-giving food and drink recipes for people with dementia based on these principles. There is also a helpful chapter on practicing Qigong to protect against caregiver burnout. This will be an invaluable book for care professionals, nurses, activity coordinators, and physical therapists, as well as people with dementia and their families.
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Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Stephen Rath, fl. 2015, Marcia Rath, fl. 2015
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Topic / Theme
Exercise, Aging, Elderly people, Senility, Alternative medicine, Neurological disorders, Macro
Copyright Message
Copyright © Stephen Rath 2016 with Marcia Rath
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Nothing about Us, WIthout Us!: 20 years of Dementia Advocacy
written by Christine Bryden, 1949- (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 306 page(s)
Advocating for dementia for 20 years, Christine Bryden has been instrumental in ensuring that people with dementia are included in discussions about the condition and how to manage and think about it. This collection of her hard-hitting and inspiring insider presentations demands 'nothing about us, without us!' an...
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written by Christine Bryden, 1949- (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 306 page(s)
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Advocating for dementia for 20 years, Christine Bryden has been instrumental in ensuring that people with dementia are included in discussions about the condition and how to manage and think about it. This collection of her hard-hitting and inspiring insider presentations demands 'nothing about us, without us!' and promotes self-advocacy and self-reflection. Provocative and insightful, the pieces included in the book address issues that demand at...
Advocating for dementia for 20 years, Christine Bryden has been instrumental in ensuring that people with dementia are included in discussions about the condition and how to manage and think about it. This collection of her hard-hitting and inspiring insider presentations demands 'nothing about us, without us!' and promotes self-advocacy and self-reflection. Provocative and insightful, the pieces included in the book address issues that demand attention, and will change the way dementia is perceived, and the lives of people with dementia and their families.
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Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Christine Bryden, 1949-
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Topic / Theme
Memory loss, Neurological disorders, Micro
Copyright Message
Copyright © Christine Bryden 2016
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What the Hell Happened to my Brain?: Living Beyond Dementia
presented by Kate Swaffer, 1958- (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 394 page(s)
Kate Swaffer was just 49 years old when she was diagnosed with a form of younger onset dementia. In this book, she offers an all-too-rare first-hand insight into that experience, sounding a clarion call for change in how we ensure a better quality of life for people with dementia. Kate describes vividly her experi...
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presented by Kate Swaffer, 1958- (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 394 page(s)
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Kate Swaffer was just 49 years old when she was diagnosed with a form of younger onset dementia. In this book, she offers an all-too-rare first-hand insight into that experience, sounding a clarion call for change in how we ensure a better quality of life for people with dementia. Kate describes vividly her experiences of living with dementia, exploring the effects of memory difficulties, loss of independence, leaving long-term employment, the im...
Kate Swaffer was just 49 years old when she was diagnosed with a form of younger onset dementia. In this book, she offers an all-too-rare first-hand insight into that experience, sounding a clarion call for change in how we ensure a better quality of life for people with dementia. Kate describes vividly her experiences of living with dementia, exploring the effects of memory difficulties, loss of independence, leaving long-term employment, the impact on her teenage sons, and the enormous impact of the dementia diagnosis on her sense of self. Never shying away from difficult issues, she tackles head-on stigma, inadequacies in care and support, and the media's role in perpetuating myths about dementia, suggesting ways in which we can include and empower people with the diagnosis. She also reflects on the ways in which her writing and dementia advocacy work have taken her on a process of self-discovery and enabled her to develop a new and meaningful personal identity. Kate's powerful words will challenge misconceptions about dementia, and open our eyes to new ways of supporting people with the diagnosis. A must read for people with dementia and their families as well as for professionals and carers.
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Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Kate Swaffer, 1958-
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Topic / Theme
Memory loss, Quality of life, Neurological disorders, Micro
Copyright Message
Copyright © Kate Swaffer 2016; forewords copyright © Richard Taylor, Glenn Rees and Shibley Rahman 2016
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The Dementia Diaries
written by Matthew Snyman, fl. 2008 (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 127 page(s)
Brie's Granddad has always been a serious man, never without a newspaper and knowing the answer to everything. But now he keeps losing track of the conversation, and honestly, Brie doesn't really know how to speak to him. At first, Fred was annoyed that Gramps had come to live with them, it meant he had to give up...
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written by Matthew Snyman, fl. 2008 (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 127 page(s)
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Brie's Granddad has always been a serious man, never without a newspaper and knowing the answer to everything. But now he keeps losing track of the conversation, and honestly, Brie doesn't really know how to speak to him. At first, Fred was annoyed that Gramps had come to live with them, it meant he had to give up his room! But then he starts to enjoy watching old films with him and spending time together... although there's the small problem of...
Brie's Granddad has always been a serious man, never without a newspaper and knowing the answer to everything. But now he keeps losing track of the conversation, and honestly, Brie doesn't really know how to speak to him. At first, Fred was annoyed that Gramps had come to live with them, it meant he had to give up his room! But then he starts to enjoy watching old films with him and spending time together... although there's the small problem of Gramps calling him Simon. Follow the stories of Brie, Fred, and other young carers as they try to understand and cope with their grandparents' dementia at all stages of the illness. Adapted from true stories, and supplemented with fun activities and discussion ideas, this book for children aged approximately 7-14 cuts to the truth of the experience of dementia and tackles stigma with a warm and open perspective.
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Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Matthew Snyman, fl. 2008
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Topic / Theme
Grandchildren, Grandparents, Aging, Public health awareness, Senility, Macro
Copyright Message
Copyright © Matthew Snyman and Social Innovation Lab Kent 2013, 2016; Forward copyright © Angela Rippon 2013, 2016
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A Creative Toolkit for Communication in Dementia Care
presented by Karrie Marshall (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 202 page(s)
How can carers and relatives support a person's identity, relationships and emotional wellbeing through changes that occur in the later stages of dementia? Drawing on over ten years' experience of working with people with dementia, Karrie Marshall provides a toolkit of tried and tested creative activities to suppo...
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presented by Karrie Marshall (London, England: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2016, originally published 2016), 202 page(s)
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How can carers and relatives support a person's identity, relationships and emotional wellbeing through changes that occur in the later stages of dementia? Drawing on over ten years' experience of working with people with dementia, Karrie Marshall provides a toolkit of tried and tested creative activities to support communication and relationships. Activities are vast and varied, with outdoor activities such as bird-watching and star-gazing aimed...
How can carers and relatives support a person's identity, relationships and emotional wellbeing through changes that occur in the later stages of dementia? Drawing on over ten years' experience of working with people with dementia, Karrie Marshall provides a toolkit of tried and tested creative activities to support communication and relationships. Activities are vast and varied, with outdoor activities such as bird-watching and star-gazing aimed at supporting physical health, artistic activities such as collage creation to support identity, and musical activities such as sounds and voice warm-ups to support self-expression. Marshall also sensitively covers end of life care for people with dementia, explaining how emotional support can be provided through gentle breathing activities and even puppetry, as well as covering the legal importance of power of attorney.
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Field of Study
Social Work
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Karrie Marshall
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Topic / Theme
Senility, Communication, Creativity, Memory loss, Micro
Copyright Message
Copyright © Karrie Marshall 2016
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