Selected for Reading Well for Dementia 2024: supported by health experts, charities, and individuals affected by dementia. Based on the author's first-hand experiences with families, this book provides critical, accessible information and addresses the challenges that often arise when a family member with an intellectual disability is diagnosed with dementia. It directly links to policies and practices in both the fields of dementia and intellectual disability care, adopting an outcome-focused approach to support short-term, medium-term, and long-term planning.

With a particular emphasis on communication, the author seeks to ensure that families and organizations can effectively discuss the health and care of a relative. The book examines how to recognize when changes in the health of a relative with an intellectual disability may indicate the onset of dementia, as well as address common concerns related to living conditions, medication, and care plans.

Each chapter is structured to identify support strategies while progressing towards the outcomes identified by families as dementia progresses. Pages: 120, Year of Publication: 0321, Dimensions: 13.8x13.8cm.