In association with Behavioural Supports Ontario
and the Alzheimer Society of Ontario,
the Alzheimer Knowledge Exchange
has released Shifting Focus: A guide to
understanding dementia behavior. The guide was released as a full
version (listed above), or as a shorter
booklet version and there is also a
webinar available to view online that discusses the project in greater
detail.
The guide is intended as a tool for families, friends,
co-residents and volunteers of persons with dementia in long-term care, to
assist in dealing with unpredicted and sometimes difficult behaviours. It
tries to build stronger personal ties between the person with dementia and
their loved ones and/or care providers by explaining some of the background of
the disease, why certain behaviours may occur and how to respond
appropriately. Topics covered include: agitation; wandering; sexual
behaviours; sundowning; repetition; anger or aggression; hallucinations and
paranoia; tips on creating a meaningful visit and ways to communicate.
To
view the full guide, please visit: http://bit.ly/1dHQGEo
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