Lori Stevenson, edited by Alan Chapman

This study guide has been written for people who work in home care, day centres, dementia projects and care homes.  Volunteer workers who support people with dementia will also find it useful.

Good communication is the key to unlocking memories and improving quality of life and care.  In turn, our attitudes are vital in assisting people with dementia to communicate.  We need to be positive and concentrate on what the person can still do.  Good communication should bring about shared moments of discovery and enjoyment.  This guide looks at all aspects of communication, and includes a series of exercises to help you think about how you can communicate better with people with dementia.