The Therapeutic Purposes of Reminiscence Book

This eminently practical and accessible book by leading exponents of reminiscence work describes the purposes and techniques of reminiscence and sets out clear, detailed guidelines on how to implement and conduct a wide range of reminiscence activities with different types of client.Highlighting its tremendous diversity and potential - and its special ability to allow people of all ages and abilities to communicate deeply about their lives - the authors separate out the different aims of reminiscence (for example for intellectual or social stimulation, to allow people to leave behind them a cultural legacy, or as a means of intergenerational communication) and show clearly how each can be directly beneficial either to clients or their carers, or to improve the culture of the arena in which the activity is being carried out.Carefully chosen examples illustrate each reminiscence purpose in action and link theory with practice to demonstrate the clear utility and efficacy of reminiscence work. The book will be a comprehensive guide for all those in the helping professions, and will be especially valuable for residential and nursing home or day care//hospital staff.Read More