PDF-(BOOK)-Puppetry in Dementia Care: Connecting through Creativity and Joy

Even in later stages of the disease when memory words and relationships are affected it is possible for people with dementia to express emotions imagination humour sensitivities and personal preferences This book demonstrates ways in which puppetry and associated art forms such as singing and storytelling can be used in a personcentred way to create opportunities for these human responses to emerge The author describes different scenarios in which puppetry can help facilitate connections including in response to changes in relationships communicating when words fail and in times of distress or conflict She explains how puppets can be used to stimulate memories celebrate life achievements and promote selfesteem and confidence as well as with those nearing the end of life as part of palliative care Strategies for introducing puppetry and other forms of creative stimulation into daily care are suggested and real examples are used to illustrate how creativity may benefit the person with dementia beyond the immediate session Stepbystep instructions and templates for making a variety of puppets are also included This thoughtprovoking book will be a source of inspiration and practical ideas for care staff and activity coordinators creative arts therapists occupational therapists puppeteers and other artists working in care settings as well as relatives of people with dementia looking for new ways to connect with their loved ones. Analysis of dementia prevalence rates by Delo itte Access Economics reveal coastal and regional NSW will continue to bear the brunt of increasing dementia prevalence rates while the metropolitan areas of the State will also experience a steady incre The providers’ perspective . UKHCA report . Written and presented by Jennifer Roberts . Introduction . The aim of the project has been to identify:. The challenges home care providers face . What is working well from the home care providers’ perspective and across all sectors of care. Allyssa Ayrand Nava . . Puppetry. - is . a form of theatre or performance which involves the manipulation of . puppets. - is an inanimate object or representational figure animated or manipulated by an entertainer, who is called a puppeteer. God loves the . cheerful giver. “. Joy” is something we choose… . a . decision . to . be fruitful . and . contented. . When . we are delighted and pleased with good fortune (often outside forces which we don’t control) such as good health, good relationships, a good job, a good house, and plenty of food and clothing. An . overflowing well. ,. No . tongue can tell!. Joy, Unspeakable Joy, . Rises . in my soul. ,. N. ever . lets me go!. Eamon O’Shea. NUI Galway. Dementia Prevalence Rates . 2. Dementia Worldwide. An estimated 47 million people live with dementia in 2015 worldwide . The worldwide economic cost of dementia was an estimated US$808 billion in 2015. A . carer’s. perspective. Barbara Pointon MBE. Former . carer. , . Ambassador for Alzheimer’s Society & Dementia UK. barbara@pointon.name. Malcolm in 1992, aged 51, just after he was diagnosed. Bath City Forum meeting . . Purpose of the session. To share the good practice that the Trust employs to improve the care of inpatients with dementia. Improve the understanding of . the affects . of . A Comprehensive Exploration of Certified Nursing Assistant Training. Background. Research indicates that there isn’t proper care given to those dementia patients living in long-term care facilitie. By . Carolyn Osborne. Name these modern puppets.. Puppets are inanimate objects brought to life by a puppeteer. . What is a puppet?. Historically, puppets have been used in religious rituals and by the ruling classes. In Indonesia (notably Java and Bali), shadow puppet plays are known as . Wayang. . Kulit. . . . In Javanese, . Wayang. means shadow or imagination. . . Kulit. means skin and refers to the leather that puppets are made from. . A . carer’s. perspective. Barbara Pointon MBE. Former . carer. , . Ambassador for Alzheimer’s Society & Dementia UK. barbara@pointon.name. Malcolm in 1992, aged 51, just after he was diagnosed. By,. . . Biplab. Ch Das (123050068. Age (greatest risk factor). Vascular risk factors: HTN, DM, CVD, stroke, smoking, dyslipidemia . Genetics: apo E genotype (late AD), PSEN1, PSEN2, APP (early AD) . Recurrent TBI or head trauma . Drugs: .