Develop your practice with a theoretical and practical frame, with a unique combined emphasis on human rights and occupational justice for people living with dementia. Most importantly, this book gives a voice to people living with dementia, emphasizing their expertise. Contemporary approaches based on theory and lived experience of dementia examine how core elements of occupational therapy can support the person living with dementia through valued activity in continuing engagement in their lives, sustaining their identity and their sense of purpose. Traditional thinking about dementia practice is critically analyzed by over 40 contributors. Drawing on policy and legislation related to health and social care, you are given the tools to focus your practice on what is most important to your client living with dementia.
Develop your practice with a theoretical and practical frame, with a unique combined emphasis on human rights and occupational justice for people living with dementia. Most importantly, this book gives a voice to people living with dementia, emphasizing their expertise. Contemporary approaches based on theory and lived experience of dementia examine how core elements of occupational therapy can support the person living with dementia through valued activity in continuing engagement in their lives, sustaining their identity and their sense of purpose. Traditional thinking about dementia practice is critically analyzed by over 40 contributors. Drawing on policy and legislation related to health and social care, you are given the tools to focus your practice on what is most important to your client living with dementia.
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