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"An award-winning international sensation-with a second-act dystopian twist-Time Shelter is a tour de force set in a world clamoring for the past before it forgets. "At one point they tried to calculate when time began, when exactly the earth had been created," begins Time Shelter's enigmatic narrator, who will go unnamed. "In the mid-seventeenth century, the Irish bishop Ussher calculated not only the exact year, but also a starting date: October...
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2018.
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224 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
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English
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More than 70 brain-stimulating activities for people with memory loss or dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. Physical and mental activities along with social interaction may help maintain your brain health and slow the progress of memory loss and dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. They can also provide a meaningful way to connect. This book is packed with fun and creative ideas, from nature walks, gardening, and exercise to arts, crafts,...
Pub. Date
2024.
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1 zippered plastic bag : clear with black handles ; 34 x 33 x 14 cm + 2 books, 1 DVD, 1 CD, 1 scent jar in plastic container, 1 classic vehicles aquapaints activity (3 art sheets in cardboard folder & 3 paintbrushes in zippered bag), 1 tactile turn fidget toy, and caregiver resources sheet.
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Indulge in some good old-fashioned nostalgia with this cool kit celebrating that classic style! Enjoy reminiscing about your favorite music, cars, and fashion while you laugh along to the antics of Lucille Ball at her finest.
Pub. Date
2024.
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1 zippered plastic bag : clear with black handles ; 34 x 33 x 14 cm + 2 books, 1 DVD, 1 CD, 1 scent jar in plastic container, 1 warmies stuffed cow, 1 on the farm busy bottle activity (bottle, activity sheet, marker, eraser in zippered bag), and caregiver resources sheet.
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Reminisce about those good old days on the farm with familiar sights, scents, and sounds. Or, you can spark some fruitful conversation with thematic discussion prompts. Includes a furry cow friend with a heart of gold!
Pub. Date
2024.
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1 zippered plastic bag : clear with black handles ; 34 x 33 x 14 cm + 2 books, 1 DVD, 1 CD, 1 scent jar in plastic container, 1 fidget/sensory blanket in zippered bag, 1 baking cupboard reminiscence picture board activity (board & 15 magnets in zippered bag), and caregiver resources sheet.
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Envelop yourself in the comforts of home as you reminisce about the heart of the house: the kitchen. You can also watch one of the most beloved movies of all time, The Wizard of Oz, with a homemade sensory blanket on your lap.
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Pub. Date
2023.
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381 pages ; 23 cm.
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English
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"The Dementia Caregiver’s Respite is a set of dementia caregiver guides designed to provide caregivers with the information and resources they need to provide the best possible care for their loved ones. These guides cover a range of topics, including how to manage challenging behaviors, how to communicate effectively with someone living with dementia, and how to create a safe and comfortable environment. They can be an invaluable resource for caregivers...
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Pub. Date
2024.
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196 pages ; 23 cm.
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English
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"This book provides a roadmap to understanding the disease, managing difficult symptoms, dealing with financial challenges, and self-care for caregivers, plus more. This is your guide to navigating the sometimes-confusing dementia care maze with confidence and compassion. This book is designed to be a trusted companion to help you manage emotional stress and enhance communication while finding joy in caregiving. "--Amazon.
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Pub. Date
[2017]
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xiv, 307 pages ; 23 cm
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English
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" ... Demonstrates how to achieve sustainable success in dementia care by changing the caregiving lens to focus on well-being and the ways in which it can be enhanced in people living with dementia. Revealing how drug-based interventions as well as completely holistic approaches consistently fall short of addressing and meeting the needs of people with dementia, this book offers a proactive approach-one that challenges widely accepted dementia care...
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Pub. Date
[2020]
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280 pages ; 24 cm
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English
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"MacArthur Genius recipient Anne Basting lays out her pioneering discoveries in applying creativity to treating and interacting with those suffering from dementia, bringing to this otherwise dark world both light and joy"--
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Pub. Date
[2012]
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vi, 173 pages ; 23 cm
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English
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Ghent-Fuller offers insights into emotional reactions and practical suggestions based on deep understanding of the way people with dementia view many situations. She explains the loss of various types of memory and other thinking processes, and describes how these losses affect the day to day life of people with dementia, their understanding of the world around them and their personal situations.
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[2010]
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xxii, 265 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
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English
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"Dementia Beyond Drugs shows plainly and eloquently why we must change the way care is provided to our elders and how it can be accomplished. Embracing humanistic, enlightened practices that address all the common challenges in dementia care, this book reveals what it takes to effect real culture change within residential care settings while reducing the administration of unnecessary psychotropic drugs." "Full of visionary and practical advice, Dementia...
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2019.
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1 Banagrams game, 1 Companion care puppy 1 Dog breed memory card game & dog breed quiz, 1 copy of Really important stuff my dog has taught me (paperback), 1 copy of Alzheimer's from the inside out (paperback), 1 What's up pup? puzz;e (300 pieces), 1 Irish and Celtic Folk Classics (CD), Companion pet "Puppy" (4 "C" batteries included), Kit Activity card & Memory Kit survey : 1 clear plastic container ; 15 x 171/2 x 6 in.
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Description of Alzheimer's disease from the inside out: Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease profoundly alters lives and creates endless uncertainty about the future. How does a person cope with such a life changing discovery? What are the hopes and fears of someone living with this disease? How does he want to be treated? How does he feel as the disease alters his brain, his relationships, and ultimately himself? The author provides illuminating...
Pub. Date
2017.
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206 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
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English
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Activity and engagement are vital to our well-being throughout our lives and this continues to be just as true of people living with dementia. This activity book outlines new approaches to person-centred care for people living with dementia. The activities presented have been designed to provide meaningful engagement for residents while respecting each individual resident's readiness to engage and participate. Drawing on case studies, each chapter...
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2019.
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1 copy of "A dignified life: the best friends approach to Alzheimer's care -a guide for family caregivers" (softcover), 1 copy of "Really important stuff my cat has taught me" (softcover), 1 DVD Homeward Bound: the incredible journey , 1 CD Relaxing piano music, 1 Yarn Buddies puzzle (300 pieces), 1 Guess the word with "cat" in it game(cards in pouch), Coloring pages & colored pencils ; "Go Fish" playing cards ; Companion care kitten/with black plastic brush (4 "C" batteries included) ; Kit Activity instruction card & Memory Kit survey : 1 clear plastic container ; 15 x 171/2 x 6 in.
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Description for Really important stuff my cat has taught me: "A book that will delight every cat lover, full of wise and unforgettable life lessons, each paired with the perfect photo. Cats are the ultimate savants, possessing intelligence, poise, and sass in equal measure. They know when to play it cool, and when to pounce; when to fly solo, and when to cuddle up. Entertaining, unpredictable, and just a bit wild, cats encourage us to explore, take...
Pub. Date
2022
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1 kit (1 book, 2 puzzles, 2 games) : cardboard, cardstock, plastic, color ; in gusseted tote 43 x 16 x 35 cm + 1 contents sheet (laminated).
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Kit: "Revisit the wonders of traveling in this On the Road Again: Travel Kit. This kit features a DK Eyewitness Train book, Road Trip Packing Puzzle, Road Trip Jigsaw Puzzle, Category Snap Card Game, and Hobbies Conversation Game. The first two activities are perfect for achieving a sense of accomplishment and independence, while reinforcing the connection between the brain cells and improving mental speed. The second two activities encourage creative...
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Pub. Date
[2017]
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xvii, 207 pages ; 22 cm
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English
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'Finding the Light in Dementia: a guide for families, friends and caregivers' is the essential self help book that explains common changes that can occur in those living with dementia. By offering valuable approaches, tips and suggestions interspersed with individuals' stories, the reader can learn to care for and maintain a connection with their loved one (care partner). Whether you're a spouse, partner, daughter, son, sibling, friend or even a parent...
Pub. Date
2018.
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1 Trains jigsaw puzzle (100 pieces), 1 Lots and Lots of Big Trains DVD, 1 Trains the definitive history book (hardcover), 1 Living with Alzheimer's & other dementias book (softcover), 1 Steam Tracks volumes 1 CD, 1 Train car set (6 pieces), 1 envelope of train images in the past, 1 Kit Activity Instruction card & Memory Kit survey : 1 clear plastic container ; 15 x 171/2 x 6 in.
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Description for EuroGraphics Trains 100-Piece Puzzle (Small Box). Box size: 6" x 6" x 2.37". Finished Size: 10" x 13". This train puzzle features more than 15 locomotives, ranging from vintage steam to modern locomotives. Strong high-quality puzzle pieces. Made from recycled board and printed with vegetable based ink. This superior quality puzzle will delight and educate all at the same time.
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Pub. Date
2019.
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On Pluto: inside the mind of Alzheimer's (paperback), 1 A loving voice II: a caregiver's book of more read-aloud stories for the elderly (paperback) ; 1 The secret garden (DVD), 1 Bird songs of the Northwoods (sound recording), Lazy day in the garden puzzle (300 pieces), Beautiful blossoms memory game, Remember that day scented sachet set, How does your garden grow? seed starter, Kit activity instruction card & Memory Kit survey : in clear plastic container ; 15 x 17 1/2 x 6 in.
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A collection of activities, games, puzzles, and other resources to spark memories, create conversation, improve mobility and dexterity, and provide positive and engaging interactions.
On Pluto: "This is a book about living with Alzheimers, not dying with it. It is a book about hope, faith, and humora prescription far more powerful than the conventional medication available today to fight this disease. Alzheimers is the sixth leading cause of death...
Pub. Date
2019.
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1 puzzle (300 large pieces), 1 copy of A Loving Approch to Dementia Care book, (softcover), 1 copy of A Museum of Early American Tools book (softcover), 1 CD The greatest jazz concert in the world, Tinkering with Tools memory card game ; Tinker Board with tools, nuts, bolts, locks & more with a "how-to" diagram ; "TBS" board with screws ; Building blocks ; Kit Activity instruction card & Memory Kit survey : 1 clear plastic container ; 15 x 171/2 x 6 in.
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Description for A Loving Approach to Dementia Care: Wayman offers compassionate advice on overcoming practical and emotional obstacles to maintaining meaningful relationship with loved ones who have dementia and memory loss. She offers caregiving insights and information about the dangers of denying the onset of cognitive problems.
Description of The Andy Griffith Show: Widower Andy Taylor divides his time between raising his young son Opie and his...
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