
Prescription For Life: Supporting Those LIVING With Younger Onset Dementia
An interactive talking book designed to assist health workers to use a well-being approach to provide meaningful care for younger people living with dementia.
A collection of real people’s stories from author Anne Kelly’s almost 30 years’ of experience working in aged and dementia care
The book uses humour as a positive way of looking at serious issues.
The aim is to encourage reflection on care practices and how these impact on the quality of life, independence and choice for people receiving care services. Examples of practical actions are given to help professional carers and families.
Illustrated by Jenny Masters, written by Anne Kelly (2016), $25. Available from: www.dementiashop.com.au
An interactive talking book designed to assist health workers to use a well-being approach to provide meaningful care for younger people living with dementia.
Responsive behaviours are experienced by many people who are living with dementia. Non-medication approaches are overwhelmingly the most appropriate and effective means of providing support.