First puiblished in 1998, this book provides a professional and practical guide detailing social work interventions for people with dementia and their carers. It uses case studies from practice situations to exemplify the usefulness and potential pitfalls of a range of interventive strategies. The book includes interactive learning in the form of activities and reflections that can be undertaken individually or in small groups. Thus, it will serve a directly educative, as well as an informative function.

About the Author

Jonathan Parker is Professor of Social Work at Bournemouth University, UK. Bridget Penhale is a lecturer in the Social Work Division of the University of Hull.

Reviews
'...a well written introductory text for working with older people with dementia. It is easily accessible both to social work students and as a refresher for those who are already working within the field.' Cognitive Behavioural Social Work Review



Book Information
ISBN 9781138316577
Author Jonathan Parker
Format Paperback
Page Count 237
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g