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These are some of my favorite books. Some I use
in the MEPAP courses and others are just ones that should be on
everyone's shelves. I hope you find them as helpful as I have.
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Forget
Memory - Creating Better Lives for People with Dementia
by Anne Davis Basting
Based on ten years of practice and research in the field, Basing's
study includes examples of innovative programs that stimulate
growth, humor and emotional connections. Text includes a cultural
critique of dementia care and offers a vision for how we can change
the way we thing about and care for people with memory loss.
Cost $19.95
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Independent Study Program using this book.
Chasing
Dragonflies - Life and Care in Aging
by Lauren Smerglia Seifert
A practical guide to eldercare for activity professionals and
other healthcare workers, with advice about how to be an active
participant in caring for aging adults. Contains a vast number
of practical examples that can aid professionals to transform
eldercare situations into workable solutions. Infused with relevant
findings from aging research.
Cost $16.00
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Pre-Approved
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Roses
Grow in a Butterfly Garden
by Lauren Smerglia Seifert
This is a book filled with activities, tips and tested techniques
for the healthcare/activity professional to use in eldercare.
Includes adapted approaches for the cognitively impaired, relevant
findings from aging research and descriptions of specific, practical
and useful activities.
Cost $16.00
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Changing
Culture, Changing Care - S.E.R.V.I.C.E First - Leadership in the
Health Care Business
by Susan D. Gilster, Ph.D
The approaches that long term care leaders employ over the next
ten years will shape the future of again services in our country.
Dr. Gilster shares the importance of the S.E.R.V.I.C.E. model
of leadership in this book. The book will help those interested
in transformational change and Person Directed care - move positively
forward.
Cost $25.00
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A
Way of Life : Developing an Exemplary Alzheimer's Disease and
Dementia Program
by Susan D. Gilster, Ph.D
A Way of Life takes the mystery out of translating concepts of
dementia care into practice. The book describes the how -to of
developing cutting edge dementia care so that it is a win-win
for facilities, staff, residents and their families. The book
explains the critical ingredients of dementia care units and how
to make them a reality.
Cost $25.00
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Independent Study Program using this book.
Lifestory
Re-Play Circle
by Rosilyn Wilder, RDT/BC
The Lifestory Re-Play Circle is an active and interactive
method to help elders, whether disabled or able, learn to value
their lives. The activities offered aid the elderly in recognizing
their life achievements and valuing their lifetime knowledge.
Within a supportive group of peers, elders relate their memories
and lifestories and re-create, or re-play, their shared experiences.
Cost : $19.95
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Independent Study program using this book.
Time
Well Spent : A Manual for Visiting Older Adults
by Gayle Allen-Burke
This is a great "how to" book on
the subject of identifying elders who need to be involved in the
1-1 visit program, how to set up the program and how to train
staff and volunteers to conduct the program. The emphasis is on
creating visit kits to use during the visit. Topic areas discussed
in the text: The Importance of 1-1 Visits Creating and Using Visit
Kits; Adapting Visits to the Needs of Older Adults;
Special Approaches for Residents who are depressed, not feeling
well, withdrawn, disoriented, or has physical problems (vision,
hearing and communication losses); Setting up a Visit Program;
Volunteer Visitors Monitoring Visits Involving Family and Staff
in the Visit
Cost : $30.00
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independent study program using this book.
Growing
with Care: Using Greenery, Gardens and Nature with Aging and Special
Populations
by Betsy Kreidler
This book outlines ideas for indoor greenery and outdoor gardens,
organic gardening practices, and the presence of companion animals
and wildlife. People who have been gardeners all their lives as
well as those who only have a passing interest in gardening will
be enriched by the vibrant, growing atmosphere this book helps
develop. The approaches suggested in this book offer enough information
to get a program started and also serve as a handy reference for
enhancing established programs. Based on the tenets of The Eden
AlternativeT, Growing with Care offers guidance to begin indoor
and outdoor gardening activities, and enhance established gardening
programs. This easy-to-use reference will help develop a program
that creates a sense of ownership, empowerment, and companionship
for residents and clients and long-term care, assisted-living,
or day community environments.
Cost : $24.95
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Traditions
: Improving Quality of Life in Caregiving
by Janelle Sellick
This book focuses on the importance of quality of life for the
care giver and how personal quality of life can impact on the
care giving relationship. The book also explores the concept of
wellness and how personal wellness is necessary for personal quality
of life and for effective and balanced caregiving. The reader
will learn about the importance of pleasurable and productive
activities for quality of life. These activities can fall into
one or more of the six domains of wellness: physical, emotional,
social, spiritual, intellectual, and vocational, and each is discussed
in this text. Topics include Attitudes and Values Related to Quality
of Life, Problem Solving and Planning for Quality of Life Activities,
Motivational Strategies for Participation in Life Activities,
Therapeutic Interventions for Quality of Life, Adapting Tasks
and Activities for Success, and Accessing Resources for Wellness
Cost : $19.95
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Dementia
Care Programming: NEW An Identity Focused Approach
by Rosemary Dunn
The books focuses on the concept that there is no single
right answer to how we meet the needs of persons with dementia
and points out how dementia caregiving is filled with opportunities
for adventure, nurturing, being nurtured, and creative problem
solving - plenty of opportunities to meet difficult challenges.
Dunne also gives caregivers some gentle reminders to listen to
their residents' responses to care with their eyes, hearts, and
minds. Perhaps one of the most powerful messages in this book
is that when caregivers strive to empathize with their residents'
experiences of dementia, they move away from the power struggles
that have caused much of the residents' resistance to care, and
become more creative and more successful caregivers. This book
proposes that, disease or no disease, each person has the right
to be treated well and to be respected for whom they are and what
they have accomplished. The respect and dignity focus of this
book is based on the recognition of individuality whether disease
is present or not.
Cost ; $24.95
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independent study program using this book.
Beyond
Baskets and Beads
by Mary Hart, Karen Primm, and Kathy Cranisky
This book focuses on the main philosophies
of a successful program for the elderly person. Specific programs
and adaptations are defined throughout the text.
Other topics include including The Participant-Centered Approach,
Getting and Keeping Volunteers, Adapting the Physical Environment,
Planning Your Activity Program, Incorporating Humor Into Your
Program, and Evaluating Your Activity Program
Cost : $19.95
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Hiring
the Best Person for Every Job
By DeAnne Rosenberg
This is a great workbook which walks the manager or person assigned
hiring responsibilities through an objective and orderly process
to define job standards, create appropriate interview questions
and methods to weigh and evaluate answers so the right individual
is selected for any open position. The author introduces the use
of the "Master Match Matrix" which assists in organizing
interview needs and information. This workbook is utilized in
my MEPAP independent study program and is a great help in developing
interviewing and hiring skills.
Cost $20.00
Required text for the MEPAP
Independent Study Program
The
Resident Council Handbook
This is a how-to manual on initiating and
developing a strong resident council. Specific steps to set up
the council, definition of roles associated with the
council and sample forms and materials to help your council get
started are included in this handbook.
Cost : $25.00
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Getting
People Involved in Life and Activities: Effective Motivating Techniques
by Jeanne Adams, C.T.R.S.
This interesting book shows therapeutic
recreation and other activity professionals how to motivate those
they work with to become involved in meaningful leisure activity.
This book describes effective techniques for moving an individual
or group toward greater involvement in life activity, thereby
increasing their personal empowerment and quality of life. A practical
and thoughtful book based upon successful professional practice,
Cost : $13.00
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More
Than a Game : A New Focus on Senior Activity Services
By Brenda Corbett, CTRS
More Than a Game is a guide to providing the quality of life to
which every client is entitled. The text discusses the need for
adaptive programming and creating activities based on functional
and cognitive needs. These 37 innovative therapeutic activities
and their variations are designed to suit the individual needs,
current abilities, and former lifestyles of older adults in long-term
care. The activities cover a wide array of cognitive levels and
are appropriate for use in nursing homes, assisted-living facilities,
continuing care retirement communities, and adult day-care programs.
$26.00
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The
Handbook for Structured Life Review On Sale
This is a user-friendly handbook, which outlines sessions that
can be easily led by the activity professional. The book = explains
the role of the Therapeutic Listener and describes useful communication
techniques.
Step-by-step goals, instructions, and sample plans for eight separate
sessions are provided. Structured Life Review is appropriate for
older adults in senior centers, assisted living facilities, skilled
nursing centers, and home settings. The approach is especially
beneficial for individuals experiencing stress, undergoing major
change, or coping with grief or a traumatic event.
Cost $35.00 Now 10% off - $31.50
Activities
Keep Me Going and Going - Volume A - 2nd Edition
By Arline B. and Charles Peckman, Mary M. Miller and Jennifer
L. Krupa
This is the second edition of Volume A. Excellent all around activity
book for new and experienced activity professionals. Covers all
the basic and advanced information that is needed to effectively
run a department. Volume has the history and basis of the profession,
communication, understanding the elderly, documentation, quality
assurance, volunteerism and much more. Updated information for
MDS 3.0.
Cost $50.00
Quality
Assurance for the Activity Programs - 2nd Edition
by Richelle N. Cunninghis, Elizabeth Best Martini
There are few books on understanding quality
assurance from an
activity perspective. This books explains quality assurance programs
for the activity department in clear and down to earth language.
Cost $12.00
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independent study program using this book.
The
Professional Activity Manager and Consultant
Anne D'Antonio-Nocera, Nancy DeBolt, Nadine Touhey
I have used this book with the MEPAP II
class. It is a great book for the new and experienced manager.
The forty-two chapters are divided into ten sections: Introduction
to Management and Consulting, Competency and Ethical Issues, Regulatory
Issues, The Facility, Staffing, Adult Learning, Evaluation, Overview
of Consulting, Consulting Techniques, and Managing a Consulting
Business. The book contains many ready-made forms, checklists
for quality assurance, and other easy-to-read quick reference
sections to help you locate the information you need quickly.
Cost $45.00
Required text for the MEPAP
Independent Study Program
A
Survival Guide for Activity Professionals
by Richelle N. Cunninghis, Nancy DeBolt
This is a quick and easy read with lots of useful tips
and information for the activity professional. This book looks
at the other issues that are important parts of your job such
as time management, decision making, handling stress, improving
your communication skills, defending your turf, and working with
a consultant.
Cost $12.00
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approved
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How
to Thrive, Not Just Survive....
in Life and in the Activity Profession
By Marge Knoth
This is a quick and easy reading book. While reading the book,
you feel as if you are sitting down with
a fellow activity professional. Information about being organized,
managing your office, dealing with stress, remaining
on top of your professional game, volunteerism and being successful
are all discussed. Helpful hints, motivational quotes
and good information make these books a validating addition to
your library.
Cost $18.00
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Sailing
to Your Success
Keys to Personal and Professional Development
By Marge Knoth
This book is written along the same lines as How to Thrive, but
it is packed with additional information about attitude, procrastination
and communication skills. The beauty of both of these books is
that they are written from the perspective of the Activity Professional.
There are many management and professional development books out
there, but these were written by an activity professional for
activity professionals.
Cost $18.00
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Management
in Therapeutic Recreation
Second Edition
by Carter and O'Morrow
A comprehensive and complete management book which focuses on
the duties and responsibilities of the recreation professional.
This books offers a wealth of information on all aspects of management
- planning, organizing, supervision and evaluation. This is one
of
my favorite books for management. It is not an easy read but it
is jam packed full of very helpful
information for the department manager. I use this book for the
MEPAP 2nd Edition Part II.
Cost $55.00
Required text for the MEPAP,
2nd Edition - Part II Independent Study Program and classroom
version.
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