| Description |
1 online resource (224 pages) |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 223-224). |
| 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. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Church work with nursing home residents.
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Church work with nursing home residents. |
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Alzheimer's disease -- Patients -- Religious life.
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Alzheimer's disease -- Patients -- Religious life. |
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Alzheimer's disease -- Patients. |
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Senile dementia -- Patients -- Religious life.
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Senile dementia -- Patients. |
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Religious life. |
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Senile dementia. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Shamy, Eileen. Guide to the spiritual dimension of care for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. London ; New York : J. Kingsley Publishers, 2003 1843101297 (DLC) 2002038904 (OCoLC)50859170 |
| ISBN |
0585471061 (electronic book) |
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9780585471068 (electronic book) |
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1846423880 |
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9781846423888 |
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1843101297 (alkaline paper) |
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9781843101291 (alkaline paper) |
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