'Inspiring' Person Centred Dementia Care, UK

Main Category: Alzheimer's / Dementia
Article Date: 24 Mar 2008 - 2:00 PDT

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'Inspiring' a new Alzheimer's Society publication, aimed at shining a light on leadership in dementia care is released recently.

Setting out 10 key beliefs, which go to the heart of person centred care; Inspiring also provides a model for good dementia care and tools for services to appraise themselves. The information is presented alongside colour images, which can be used by people living with dementia and healthcare professionals working with them.

Author and leading dementia trainer David Sheard says,

'Leadership in person centred care is a gift to pass on. One by one we can make a difference to thousands of people. This book identifies inspiring visions, beliefs, people and actions that we need to replicate more of. It helps you understand what constitutes good dementia care and how to inspire others. It's a must have resource guide for family members, organisations and everyone living and working together in dementia care.'

Neil Hunt, Alzheimer's Society chief executive says,

'Leading the fight against dementia means constantly challenging the way we look at the condition. This publication will question preconceived ideas about how we support people and ensure the best quality care for the 700,000 people living with dementia in the UK.'

The publication is part of a series of books being produced by the Alzheimer's Society highlighting how emotions must be at the heart of supporting people living with dementia. To purchase a copy of Inspiring please visit http://www.alzheimers.org.uk.

Notes

- 1 in 3 older people will end their lives with a form of dementia

- 700,000 people in the UK have a form of dementia, more than half have Alzheimer's disease. In less than 20 years nearly a million people will be living with dementia. This will soar to 1.7 million people by 2051. 1 in 6 people over 80 have dementia.

- Alzheimer's Society champions the rights of people living with dementia and those who care for them. Alzheimer's Society works in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
- As a charity, Alzheimer's Society depends on the generosity of the public to help it care, research and campaign for people with dementia. You can donate now by calling 0845 306 0898 or visiting http://www.alzheimers.org.uk

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