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Person-centred communication in dementia care: a qualitative study of the use of the SPECAL® method by care workers in the UK.
- Source :
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Journal of Social Work Practice . Sep2018, Vol. 32 Issue 3, p303-321. 19p. 1 Chart. - Publication Year :
- 2018
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Abstract
- Communication has featured prominently in person-centred dementia care research, but no consensus has been reached on which communication techniques are most helpful in supporting person-centred care. This qualitative study explored communication techniques used by domiciliary and community care workers of people with dementia in the UK. Care workers trained in the SPECAL® method (Specialised Early Care for Alzheimer’s) were invited to semi-structured interviews. The data were analysed using a constructivist grounded theory approach. Themes from the data were discussed as a potential basis for developing a substantive theory. The care workers contributed to client well-being through modifying their communication techniques, expressing a protective, empathetic and reassuring approach, underpinned by reflection. Clients exhibited greater well-being and less anxious behaviour. The care workers’ use of SPECAL® communication methods, supported by supervision, may provide a unique combination of techniques, contributing to the development of caring relationships, to care worker and client well-being, and to the maintenance of client personhood. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 02650533
- Volume :
- 32
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Social Work Practice
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 132292936
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/02650533.2017.1381948