Die Weisheit der Demenz

Hildegard Nachum tells us true, touching, tragic and funny stories from the world of dementia from her direct experience. As an expert in the field of Validation, a communication method according to Naomi Feil for the humane and mindful accompaniment of older people, she allows us to better understand the difficult subject of dementia and offers all relatives assistance in dealing with the often challenging behavior of those affected. She tells us why long suppressed pains and needs often only come up in the evening of life, why not every flow of tears has to be quenched and how deeper closeness to lonely persons can also develop in silence.
This book takes us through the major themes of a human life, from the desire for touch and embrace, to farewell and mourning, to reconciliation and forgiveness - and helps relatives and caregivers to support those affected in their forgetfulness and disorientation.