These resources are available for loan to members of AANSW - if you would like to reserve them please email the Library on nsw.library@alzheimers.org.au
Thoughtful dementia care : understanding the dementia experience
by Jennifer Ghent-Fuller
The author carefully explains the loss of various types of memory and other
thinking processes. She describes how these losses affect the day to day life of
people with dementia, their understanding of the world around them and their
personal situations. The many portrayals of real life experiences clarify and
deepen the explanations. Jennifer is a nurse who worked for many years as an
educator and counsellor for people with dementia and their families, as well as
others in caring roles. She addresses the emotional and grief issues in the
contexts in which they arise for families living with dementia.
Mindfulness for carers : how to manage the demands of caregiving while finding a
place for yourself
by Dr Cheryl Rezek
This book shows how simple mindfulness techniques can help caregivers to manage
the stress, anxiety, depression and burnout that too often accompanies the care
of people with physical, psychological or emotional needs. The enjoyable
mindfulness exercises will help caregivers to regain control and maintain a
positive outlook.
When caring takes courage
By Mara Botonis
When Caring Takes Courage follows the path of Alzheimer s disease from its
onset, what the disease is and how to seek preliminary diagnosis, all the way to
hospice care and all that happens in between. The book includes tips to help
with everyday challenges such as bathing, toileting, managing medications and
dealing with difficult behaviors. Readers will gain access to customizable tools
such as: The Alzheimer s and Dementia Symptom Tracker, Alzheimer s Care Needs
Calculator, Affording Alzheimer s Care in Today s Economy Worksheet, Alzheimer s
at Home Weekly Care Planner and more. When Caring Takes Courage is intended to
be USED not just simply READ, striving to serve Alzheimer s and Dementia
caregivers as a constant companion on what can, at times, feel like a lonely
journey.
Don't sweat the small stuff for women : simple and practical ways to do what
matters most and find time for you
by Kristine Carlson
Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Women addresses such important and timely issues
as balancing family and work demands, debating effectively with spouses and
partners, dealing with children and friendships, finding time for reflection and
self-care, and much more. With clever and memorable titles as Don't Be a
Backseat Driver (Unless It Could Save Your Life), Know Your Hot Spots, Make
Peace with the Mundane, and Stop Comparing Yourself to the Media Measuring
Stick, Kristine Carlson helps readers focus on what's really important, keep in
touch with their feelings, live with spirit, and--when all else fails--learn to
laugh. A true life-saver, this potent book is full of sage advice and comforting
thoughts, from one busy woman to another.
Loving someone who has dementia : how to find hope while coping with stress and
grief
by Pauline Boss
Research-based advice for people who care for someone with dementia. When
Someone You Love Has Dementia is a new kind of caregiving book. It's not about
the usual techniques, but about how to manage on-going stress and grief. Dr.
Boss helps caregivers find hope in "ambiguous loss" having a loved one both here
and not here, physically present but psychologically absent. Outlines seven
guidelines to stay resilient while caring for someone who has dementia.
Discusses the meaning of relationships with individuals who are cognitively
impaired and no longer as they used to be. Offers approaches to understand and
cope with the emotional strain of care-giving. Boss's book builds on research
and clinical experience, yet the material is presented as a conversation. She
shows you a way to embrace rather than resist the ambiguity in your relationship
with someone who has dementia.
The dance: our journey through Frontotemporal Degeneration
Deborah G. Thelwell
The Dance is a lively memoir of a couple's five-year journey through a
little-known, non-Alzheimer's dementia -Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD).
Deborah and Alan's story is told with honesty, humor and love. The Dance
illustrates of how the 'normality' of Deborah and Alan's life was stolen away by
FTD. They danced together for almost thirty-eight years until Alan's death in
2012. How they handled this challenge together and with the help of their family
and friends shines some light on this uncommonly diagnosed disease.
Caring for somebody with dementia
by Merideth Sindel
This book tells the story of the 3 years the author cared for her mother who had dementia. Caring for Somebody with Dementia details the causes of dementia, mechanisms for
dealing with symptoms and offers advice on personal care, frailty and the
practicalities of caring. It also gives insight into the vital issue of
how to maintain communication with somebody with dementia.
As well as
offering a wealth of practical information to others living or working with
people with dementia the book puts a human face on the illness. It shows
that while dealing with delusions, personal care and other day-to-day challenges
it is possible for the carer to maintain a genuine unity with the person they
are looking after and that caring can be a rewarding even inspiring
experience.
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