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Losing the ability to communicate can be a frustrating and difficult experience for people with dementia- their families and carers. As the disease progresses- the person with dementia may find it increasingly difficult to express themselves clearly- and to understand what others say. Written with both family and professional carers in mind- this book clearly explains what happens to communication as dementia progresses- how this may affect an individuals memory- language and senses- and how carers might need to adapt their approach as a result. Advocating a person-centred approach to dementia care- the author describes methods of verbal and non-verbal communication- techniques for communicating with people who can not speak or move easily- and strategies for communicating more effectively in specific day-to-day situations- including at mealtimes- whilst helping the person with dementia to bathe or dress- and whilst out and about. Exercises at the end of each chapter encourage the carer to reflect on their learning and apply it to their own circumstances- and guidelines for creating a life story with the person with dementia as a means of promoting good communication are also included. This concise- practical book is essential reading for family caregivers- professional care staff- and all those who work with- or who are training to work with- people with dementia....