Book Reviews
Book Review – Creative Care: A revolutionary approach to dementia and elder care By Ann Basting
A moving and honest book, Creative Care delves into the complex world of how we care for our elders in our modern society, and suggests a revolutionary new way to engage and bring joy to those living with all forms of dementia. Anne Basting is a leader in...
The Memory Activity Book: Practical Projects to Help with Memory Loss and Dementia
A brilliant little book for those living with dementia and memory loss, this is a book of activities designed by a specialist that can help entertain and amuse your loved one, as well as crucially giving them a bit of a cerebral workout.
Slow Puncture – by Peter Berry
Though there are many books on dementia available nowadays, the most poignant are surely those written by those already living under the shadow of this condition.
Slow Puncture – by Peter Berry
Though there are many books on dementia available nowadays, the most poignant are surely those written by those already living under the shadow of this condition.
Fighting for My Life: How to Thrive in the Shadow of Alzheimer’s By Marwan Noel Sabbagh
When Jamie Tyrone was 49 she took a test to discover her genetic predisposition of getting Alzheimer’s Disease.
Still Alice by Lisa Genova
A different kind of book review this week; Still Alice is a novel (and subsequently a film) that sees a successful scientist completely thrown off course by a diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer’s at the age of just 50.
Dancing with Dementia by Christine Bryden
Dancing with Dementia is a powerful account of the australian academic Christine Bryden’s personal journey living with dementia.
Practical Nutrition and Hydration for Dementia-Friendly Mealtimes
The role of nutrition in helping prevent and delay dementia is receiving a lot of attention at the moment, and for good reason.
Book review: Creating Moments of Joy Along the Alzheimer’s Journey: A Guide for Families and Caregivers By Jolene Brackey
The central premise of this book is an appealing one for anyone who is dealing with a loved one who has dementia. It is that although we cannot give long-lasting weeks or months of happiness to our loved ones, because their memories do not allow it, we can give...