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Author Shamy, Eileen.

Title A guide to the spiritual dimension of care for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia : more than body, brain, and breath / Eileen Shamy
Published London ; New York : J. Kingsley Publishers, 2003

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Description 1 online resource (224 pages)
Contents Introduction; 1. Through a Door of Hope; 2. Understanding Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias; 3. The Spiritual Dimension of care; 4. Worship for People with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias; 5. Being Present to the Person with Dementia; 6. Caring for the Care Givers; 7. A Statement of Hope; Appendix 1. Suggested reading; Appendix 2. The Venue for worship; Appendix 3. Service of the word, prayer and praise; Appendix 4. Acelebration of Holy Communion; Appendix 5. An ecumenical service; Appendix 6. A Christmas service
Summary In this sensitive and informative book, Eileen Shamy, a pioneer of ministry to people with Alzheimer's disease, discusses how pastoral work can help to develop holistic care for those suffering from dementia and related conditions - care which involves understanding of their spiritual as well as physical needs. From her years of experience as a clergywoman working with older people in care settings, the author provides guidelines for pastoral visits to people with dementia, showing how to empathise with, understand and support individuals during a visit. She discusses what constitutes spiritual well-being in individuals and suggests ways in which this can be nurtured. Emphasising the importance of retaining dignity and freedom of choice for people with dementia, she also presents practical advice about memory cueing and leading worship for those with dementia. This book is a useful resource for a variety of people involved in pastoral care with older people, whether professionals or volunteers, from a respected author in the field of psychogeriatric care
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 223-224)
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Subject Church work with nursing home residents
Alzheimer's disease -- Patients -- Religious life
Dementia -- Patients -- Religious life
Spiritual healing.
Pastoral care.
Alzheimer Disease -- psychology
Spiritual Therapies
Pastoral Care
Geriatric Nursing.
RELIGION -- Christian Ministry -- Adult.
RELIGION -- Christian Life -- General.
RELIGION -- Christian Ministry -- Counseling & Recovery.
Spiritual healing
Pastoral care
Alzheimer's disease -- Patients -- Religious life
Church work with nursing home residents
Pastoraat.
Verpleeghuizen.
Ziekte van Alzheimer.
Form Electronic book
ISBN 0585471061
9780585471068
1846423880
9781846423888