Vicki De Klerk-Rubin – författare

Written especially for family members and friends caring for people with dementia, this practical guidebook offers a solution to commonly faced communication and relationship difficulties. The Validation approach's caring, empathetic techniques have been used and valued by professionals and families around the world to support meaningful communication and interaction with people with memory impairments.Adapted from the best-selling book for professionals, ""The Validation Breakthrough"", this hands-on resource gives family caregivers all the information and guidance they need to successfully implement proven Validation techniques and enjoy resulting benefits like: reduced challenging behavior; improved communication; lower levels of stress and anxiety in both caregivers and older adults; and more satisfying relationships.In addition to background information about dementia and the principles behind Validation, the book includes detailed, illustrated explanations of specific verbal and nonverbal communication techniques. Realistic case studies demonstrate the approach in action in many different relationships, including husband/wife, parent/child, and grandparent/grandchild.Caregivers who adopt Validation will learn how to break through the silence and pain of withdrawal and interact with their loved one with greater respect and compassion. Start re-establishing connections and improving relationships today with ""Validation Techniques for Dementia Care"".2008 National Mature Media Award (Bronze Award Winner)

Validation is a successful way of communicating with older adults with Alzheimer’s-type dementia and responding to their challenging behaviors. The Validation method helps reduce stress, enhance dignity, and increase happiness for both the elder and the caregiver. Since its inception in 1989, Validation has helped thousands of professional and family caregivers improve their relationships with residents and loved ones with dementia by acknowledging older adults’ expressed feelings rather than focusing on disorientation and confusion.Professionals will learn how to:Build relationships with residents based on empathy and compassionUnderstand and deal with challenging behaviorsInterpret nonverbal cues to promote better communicationImplement Validation in your own care setting through the experiences shared by Authorized Validation Organizations around the worldThe Validation method is easy to learn, and positive results can be seen in both residents and caregivers. Residents express less anger and anxiety, decreasing the need for chemical and physical restraints.Residents communicate more freely and more often. Residents often move better and experience an improved sense of self-worth.Staff members express a greater sense of fulfillment at work and feel better prepared for handling difficult situations.Families visit more often.The Validation Breakthrough is an essential resource for professionals in all settings serving adults who may be confused and disoriented, including assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, hospice, home health care, adult day services, and family care settings.NEW to this edition:Updated language and explanations for the Phases of ResolutionRevised case studies reflecting contemporary settings and issuesRestructured content for clarity and ease of use