Comforting Touch in Dementia and End of Life Care Goldschmidt Barbara
Comforting Touch in Dementia and End of Life Care Goldschmidt Barbara *Highly Commended in the Popular Medicine category at the 2012 British Medical Association Book Awards*The simple sensation of…
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Comforting Touch in Dementia and End of Life Care Goldschmidt Barbara
*Highly Commended in the Popular Medicine category at the 2012 British Medical Association Book Awards*The simple sensation of touching someone's hand can have a powerful therapeutic effect. It teaches an easy 30 minute hand massage sequence and offers clear instructions and detailed illustrations to guide the reader through each step. Hand massage is a positive and meaningful way of reaching out and providing comfort to those who are elderly, ill or nearing the end of life, and it can be particularly effective for people with dementia who may respond well to positive non-verbal interaction.This book offers inspiration for all caregivers looking for an alternative way to support and connect with a family member, friend or patient in their care.
Combining light massage strokes with focused awareness, and paying close attention to points on energy pathways, this book