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  • Title: Communication strategies to promote spiritual well-being among people with dementia.
    Author: Ryan EB, Martin LS, Beaman A.
    Journal: J Pastoral Care Counsel; 2005; 59(1-2):43-55. PubMed ID: 15943144.
    Abstract:
    Declining communication skills in dementia threaten a person's sense of self. Building on enduring capabilities, pastoral visitors can significantly enhance spiritual well-being through the use of individualized, person-centered strategies. This article outlines the primary spiritual needs of older adults with dementia and some general strategies to improve communication based on enduring abilities. Detailed examples illustrate how these personhood-centered strategies can meet spiritual needs by connecting with individuals with dementia through life stories and through helping them to participate in religious life.
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