Keeping Busy

A Handbook of Activities for Persons with Dementia

James R. Dowling (PO Box 312), Nancy L. Mace

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Johns Hopkins University Press
26 June 1995

Mental health services; Geriatric medicine

In Keeping Busy, James Dowling describes a variety of activities designed to bring meaning and enjoyment to the lives of persons with dementia. The activities are organised by general categories such as music, exercise, horticulture, pets, humour, and social events. The largest section deals with communication and includes word games that help people to make the most of their remaining verbal skills. The description of each activity includes step-by-step instructions, as well as tips on how to adapt it for small or large groups, for individuals at home or in an institution, or for people who are bedridden.

By: James R. Dowling (PO Box 312)
Foreword by: Nancy L. Mace
Imprint: Johns Hopkins University Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 295g
ISBN: 9780801850592
ISBN 10: 0801850592
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 26 June 1995
Recommended Age: From 17
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

James R. Dowling is an activity specialist at Center in Gardiner, Maine, a model residential facility that has pioneered social and the Alzheimer's Care cognitive interventions in the day-to-day treatment of individuals with Alzheimer disease and related conditions. He frequently speaks and conducts workshops on behavior management of persons with dementia.

Reviews for Keeping Busy: A Handbook of Activities for Persons with Dementia

While little can be done for the disease of dementia itself, much can be done to help direct the quality of life of the persons with the disease, and Keeping Busy succeeds in providing ideas for improving the quality of life for the Alzheimer patient. * American Journal of Alzheimer's Disease * Provides detailed information about programming activities and developing an atmosphere that is responsive to patients with dementia. Topics include exercise, horticulture, communication, pets, humor, social events, and music. Each description include the rationale for the activity and some of the trial and error involved in developing the activity. Colorful anecdotes enliven the text and illustrate both successes and limitations. * Connections from the Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center * A practical, compassionate book that offers a variety of activities for people with dementia that can help improve their quality of life... The books closes with an appendix of 'good catalogs' that offer resources for caregivers of people with cognitive impairments or dementia. * OT Week *