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Dynes, Robin.
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Older people -- Communication.
Interpersonal communication -- Problems, exercises, etc.
Nursing homes -- Recreational activities.
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Dynes, Robin.
Older people -- Communication.
Interpersonal communication -- Problems, exercises, etc.
Nursing homes -- Recreational activities.
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Positive
communication
: activities to reduce the isolation and improve the wellbeing of
older
adults / Robin Dynes.
by
Dynes, Robin.
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2017.
Call #:
155.6719 D997p
Subjects
Older
people
--
Communication
.
Interpersonal
communication
--
Problems, exercises, etc.
Nursing homes
--
Recreational activities.
ISBN:
9781785921810 (pbk.)
Description:
200 p. ; 28 cm.
Contents:
Identifying strengths, interests, hopes and dreams
--
Difficult topics
--
Creativity
--
Communication
--
Memory
--
Spirituality
--
Social
communication
--
Writing
--
Remaining active
--
Building confidence
--
Reminiscence.
Summary:
"The effects of social interaction and engagement with
older
people
have been proven to considerably improve quality of life and emotional wellbeing. This book comes packed with ready-to-use activities for groups of
older
people
, aimed at connecting individuals, developing their self-esteem, and encouraging personal expression and independence. The activities are intended to be led by facilitators working with groups of
older
people
in residential homes, drop-in or day centres, hospices, clubs for
older
people
, hospitals, or support groups. The activities range from creative arts to storytelling to sports, and are all designed to keep both bodies and minds sharp, while encouraging positive relationships with others."
--
From the publisher.
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Adult Nonfiction
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