Kate Swaffer was 49 years old when she was diagnosed with a rare form of young onset dementia. Here, she insightfully explores issues relating to that experience, such as giving up employment and driving, breaking the news to family, having a suddenly reduced social circle, stigma surrounding dementia and inadequacies in care and support.
Kate also shares her experiences in dementia activism and advocacy, highlighting the important role of social media in combatting isolation post-diagnosis. Kate''s empowering words will challenge preconceptions on dementia, highlight the issues that impact individuals living with a dementia diagnosis, and act as a source of comfort for them and their loved ones The book will also be of interest to dementia care professionals.
Format |
Häftad |
Omfång |
392 sidor |
Språk |
Engelska |
Förlag |
Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
Utgivningsdatum |
2016-01-21 |
ISBN |
9781849056083 |