- 264 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
Even in the later stages of the disease, when memory, words and relationships are affected, it is possible for people with dementia to express emotions, imagination, humour, sensitivities and personal preferences. This book demonstrates the many ways in which puppetry and associated art forms such as singing and story-telling can be used in a person-centred way to create opportunities for these human responses to emerge.
The author describes different scenarios in which puppetry can help facilitate connections, including in response to changes in relationships, communicating when words fail and in times of distress or conflict. She explains how puppets can be used to stimulate memories, celebrate life achievements and promote self-esteem and confidence, as well as with those nearing the end of life as part of palliative care. Strategies for introducing puppetry and other forms of creative stimulation into daily care are suggested, and real examples are used to illustrate how creativity may benefit the person with dementia beyond the immediate session. Step-by-step instructions for making a variety of puppets are also included.
This thought-provoking book will be a source of inspiration and practical ideas for care staff and activity coordinators, creative arts therapists, occupational therapists, puppeteers and other artists working in care settings, as well as relatives of people with dementia looking for new ways to connect with their loved ones.
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Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Contents
- Acknowledgements
- Introduction: The Man with a Kitten in His Pocket
- 1 Old Joe Knows a Few Things: The World of Puppetry
- 2 Kissing Scarves: Being Person-Centred
- 3 He Closes His Eyes When I Am Near: Changes in Relationship
- 4 The Amazing Grace of Dancing Birds: Communicating Beyond Words
- 5 Rocky, My Friend: Connecting in Times of Distress or Conflict
- 6 The Man Who Sandpapered the Air, with Pride: A Life Worth Living
- 7 My Memory is Like a Dolphin: Narrative Work, Puppets and Celebrations
- 8 The Etiquette of Dreadful Singing: Singing Puppets
- 9 The Dying Lady with a Diva on Her Bed: The World of Bed Theatre
- 10 Get Me that Red Lipstick, I’m Going to the Ball: Self-Esteem through Puppetry
- 11 ‘Floby-dooby-do’: Stimulating Memories
- 12 The Exotic Bird Comes Home: Animal Puppets
- 13 A Sentence a Day: Incorporating Creativity into Daily Practice
- 14 It’s Show Time! Puppetry as Entertainment
- 15 I Did It My Way: Puppeteers Who Live with Dementia
- Appendix 1 How to Make Model Theatre Puppets
- Appendix 2 How to Make Singing Sock Puppets
- Appendix 3 How to Make an Adult Glove Puppet
- Appendix 4 How to Make a Jointed Rod or Tabletop Puppet
- Appendix 5 How to Make a Bird Marionette
- Contact Details
- References
- Index