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The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer's Care (1996) I really wasn't that impressed with Bell and Troxel's book. I found their presentation of the 'best friend' approach gimmicky, (something of a clever subterfuge). When I read # 4 on page 181: '...the model does not call for staff to become actual friends, but rather to treat all residents as the would a 'best friend.' - the book sank in...
The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer's Care shows how easily you can make a difference in the life of a family member or client in your care. Here's the help you've been looking for: families will gain a renewed sense of hope, nursing facility staff will find simple applications for resident care, adult day center staff can enrich programming and attract more volunteers, and individuals with emerging Alzheimer's disease will gain valuable insights. Learn new ways to solve problems, encourage positive behavior, and improve communications. Make every day consistently reassuring, enjoyable, and secure.
Loading...| Acknowledgments | ||
| Introduction | 1 | |
| Ch. 1 | The Experience of Alzheimer's Disease | 9 |
| Ch. 2 | Alzheimer's Disease Basics | 21 |
| Ch. 3 | Assessing Remaining Strengths and Abilities | 27 |
| Ch. 4 | An Alzheimer's Disease Bill of Rights | 37 |
| Ch. 5 | The Art of Friendship | 43 |
| Ch. 6 | The Life Story | 65 |
| Ch. 7 | The "Knack" of Alzheimer's Care | 91 |
| Ch. 8 | The Best Friends Approach to Communication | 115 |
| Ch. 9 | The Best Friends Approach to Activities | 127 |
| Ch. 10 | The Best Friends Approach at Home | 143 |
| Ch. 11 | The Best Friends Approach in Adult Day Services | 161 |
| Ch. 12 | The Best Friends Approach in Long-Term Care Facilities | 179 |
| Ch. 13 | Best One's Own Best Friend | 195 |
| Ch. 14 | Light Out of Darkness | 209 |
| App. A | Resources for Families | 217 |
| App. B | Select Readings | 221 |
| App. C | Our Best Friends | 225 |
| Index | 239 |
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