{"product_id":"2026770000967-secondhand-a-time-to-care-a-practical-guide-for-personal-use-by-carers-of-confused-older-people-which-incorporates-principles-of-validation-therapy","title":"A Time To Care: A Practical Guide For Personal Use By Carers Of Confused Older People, Which Incorporates Principles Of Validation Therapy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Very good                          \u003cbr\u003eJacket: No dust jacket\u003cbr\u003ePages: Good                  \u003cbr\u003eMarkings: No markings\u003cbr\u003eCondition remarks: Condition as shown in image\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA practical and compassionate guide aimed at informal and professional carers, A Time To Care: A Practical Guide For Personal Use By Carers Of Confused Older People, Which Incorporates Principles Of Validation Therapy presents a grounded, accessible framework for supporting older individuals experiencing confusion, dementia, or cognitive decline. Drawing on the principles of Validation Therapy — a person-centered approach developed by Naomi Feil — the guide instructs carers on how to communicate with empathy and respect, meeting confused individuals in their own emotional reality rather than correcting or dismissing their perceptions. Written in a warm yet authoritative tone, it details practical strategies for managing day-to-day caregiving challenges while preserving the dignity and emotional well-being of those in their care. The authors illustrate how meaningful connection and validated feelings can reduce distress and improve quality of life for both the carer and the cared-for. This is an invaluable resource for anyone navigating the deeply human, often demanding work of caring for a confused older person.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48820228358363,"sku":"2026770000967-SECONDHAND","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/d0c4ef99-8911-411e-af5a-376e7bac13a8.png?v=1780054755","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026770000967-secondhand-a-time-to-care-a-practical-guide-for-personal-use-by-carers-of-confused-older-people-which-incorporates-principles-of-validation-therapy","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}