Food, fun and parties

Whether in a care home, a day care service or at home; this book has something for everyone.

'The book is divided into separate sections covering everyday things to do at home, making the most of your local community, music and movement, food, reminiscence, gardening, games, arts and crafts and activities in the later stages of dementia,'

said Helen Walton, product manager for the Society's Quality Care Team.

'The use of activities can significantly improve the quality of people's lives. This book looks at current thinking on activities, how to set up a programme and care planning,'

she continued. 

'Suggested activities are covered in a clear and concise manner and the book can be used to dip in and out of or as a complete read.' 

The book is written and edited by Sally Knocker, NAPA's (National Association of providers of activities for older people) Growing with Age National Project Manager, and includes many ideas from Alzheimer's Society branches and Activity Organisers round the country. 

The A4 160 page book is priced at £24.99.

Notes for editors

• The Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading care and research charity for people with dementia and their carers.
• Over 700,000 people in the UK have dementia. More than half have Alzheimer's disease.
• Dementia affects one in 20 people over the age of 65 and one in five over the age of 80.
• There are 18,500 people in the UK under the age of 65 with dementia.
• For information and advice on Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia call the Alzheimer's Society national helpline on 0845 300 0336.
• The Alzheimer's Society is a member of the Right to Care campaign, which campaigns to get all nursing and personal care free at the point of use.