Inside Alzheimer's: How to hear and Honor Connections with a Person who has Dementia
One of Library Journal s Best Consumer Health Books of the Year. One of the most devastating consequences of Alzheimer's diseases for patients and their caretakers is the inevitable loss of the ability to communicate and form connections. In her first book, Pearce--a medical social worker with more than 20 years of experience working in long-term healthcare and hospice settings--reminds readers that there is a person inside Alzheimer's and other dementias who needs to be heard, seen, valued, and appreciated. Writing for family members, friends, healthcare professionals, and those who want to form and maintain meaningful connections with dementia patients, Pearce teaches her six principles of connection: intend a connection, free yourself of judgment, love, be open to being loved, silence, and thankfulness. Each chapter includes stories and anecdotes about people with Alzheimer's and ends with a summary and exercises for "working it out." Including resources and filled with practical wisdom, this groundbreaking, transformational, and informative book is highly recommended for all public and academic libraries --Elizabeth M. Wavle, Elmira Coll. Lib., NY --Library Journal"â€¦Inside Alzheimer's is a practical, conversational guide for those new to the disease, as well as advice and techniques for seasoned professionalsâ€¦[This book] helps families and caregivers better understand individuals with Alzheimer's through love, acceptance and communication." --ForeWord MagazineNancy Pearce makes being with persons with dementia seem natural as she helps each one continue to participate in life as fully as possible...This is a must read for all who work or spend time with persons with dementia --Virginia Bell, MSW, coauthor of The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer's Care"…Inside Alzheimer's is a practical, conversational guide for those new to the disease, as well as advice and techniques for seasoned professionals…[This book] helps families and caregivers better understand individuals with Alzheimer's through love, acceptance and communication." --ForeWord MagazineNancy Pearce makes being with persons with dementia seem natural as she helps each one continue to participate in life as fully as possible...This is a must read for all who work or spend time with persons with dementia --Virginia Bell, MSW, coauthor of The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer's Care"…Inside Alzheimer's is a practical, conversational guide for those new to the disease, as well as advice and techniques for seasoned professionals…[This book] helps families and caregivers better understand individuals with Alzheimer's through love, acceptance and communication." --ForeWord MagazineNancy Pearce makes being with persons with dementia seem natural as she helps each one continue to participate in life as fully as possible...This is a must read for all who work or spend time with persons with dementia --Virginia Bell, MSW, coauthor of The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer's Care