The Reminiscence Skills Training Handbook

By: Ann Rainbow

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Paperback | 17 April 2003

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192 Pages

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29.7 x 21.0 x 1.8

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This easy-to-use guide provides an accessible workbook for reminiscence skills training. It includes: information on the history and definition of reminiscence work; the value of the reminiscence experience to older people and their carers as well as practical ideas and suggestions on how to use reminiscence in a beneficial and therapeutic way; how to set up, run and maintain group and individual reminiscence activities; training points and training activities for each section to enhance understanding by making links with the personal experience of the reader; and, emphasis on the role of reminiscence work in the social and emotional care of ethnic minority elders, people with dementia and older people who have been bereaved. This handbook will not only help to promote reminiscence work but also enhance everyday communication between carers and older people.

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"A practical guide to reminiscence work and a must for anyone involved with training carers to plan and run groups or work with individuals. Each chapter has usefully linked training activities and thinking points running through the text. There is also a helpful list of summary points at the end of each section. The comprehensive chapters on reminiscence work with people suffering from dementia and those from minority cultures, complete the handbook as an excellent resource." OTOP Magazine 'Is intended for use by anyone involved in reminiscence work with older people...several chapters consider running reminiscence groups.' - Working with Older People 'A lot of good material...photo-copiable tables, charts, aims etc very useful.' - Facts & Fiction 'This pack aims to provide a practical guide to initiating reminiscence work with individuals and small groups.' - Age Concern

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