title: Down's syndrome and dementia resource pack: for carers and support staff Karen Dodd Down's syndrome and dementia resource pack: for carers and support staff , Vicky Turk and Michelle Christmas BILD Publications (The Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities) £25 + 10 per cent p&p 1904082378 1904082378.
abstract: A resource pack for family carers, staff and professionals on how to care more effectively for people with Down's syndrome and dementia. The pack focuses on practical day-to-day issues including: supporting a person in maintaining skills and independence for as long as possible; treating treatable conditions; understanding and responding to changes in behaviour in dementia; providing emotional reassurance for carers; improving carers' confidence; identifying local resources; and being open to problems, with tips on how to cope.