Product Description
by Vanessa Emm (Author), Robert Brennan (Author), Scott Silknitter (Author)
The newest release from the groundbreaking series written specifically for family caregivers, "Activities for the Family Caregiver-Huntington's Disease: How to Engage / How to Live," our latest book for caregivers, is a one-of-a-kind book that blends information on leisure and daily activities. "Activities for the Family Caregiver-Huntington's Disease" offers information and insight to enhance quality of life through improved social interactions as well as activities of daily living, safety, and general caregiver information. Learn new communications and activities strategies to improve time spent with your loved one. Gain new insight as you learn the "How To's" and "Why's," and techniques of activities-daily living and leisure. Discover how to turn daily activities and routines into opportunities to start some joy. Written by nationally recognized leaders in activities for those with cognitive disabilities, "Activities for the Family Caregiver-Huntington's Disease" provides much-needed information to address the unique social needs of those with Huntington's disease and those who care for them. "Activities for the Family Caregiver-Huntington's Disease" is just one book in a series of books from R.O.S. Therapy Systems. Whether it is Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke, traumatic brain injury or some other issue, R.O.S. is here to help improve quality of life for not only the patient but also the caregiver. The Activities for the Family Caregiver book series embodies the mission of R.O.S. Therapy Systems: To improve quality of life for seniors and their caregivers through activities and education. Each book in the series was written by industry experts related to the specific topic covered and is filled with valuable information and common sense tips to help families and caregivers engage their loved one in meaningful activities. R.O.S. Therapy Systems was founded by inventor, author and speaker Scott Silknitter of Greensboro, NC, in 2010 as a project to help his mother and father in a 25-year battle with Parkinson's disease and dementia. For more information about Scott or the R.O.S. family of companies, please visit www.ROSTherapySystems.com or contact us at 888-352-9788.
Author Biography
Scott Silknitter is the founder of R.O.S. Therapy Systems. Starting with a simple backyard project to help his mother and father with his father's Parkinson's disease and dementia, Scott has dedicated his life to improving the quality of life for all seniors (and their caregivers) through activities and education. Robert Brennan, RN, NHA, MS, CDP, is a Registered Nurse and Nursing Home Administrator with over 35 years of experience in long-term care. He is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and is Credentialed in Montessori-Based Dementia Programming (MBDP). Robert was responsible for the development of an Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA) "Best of the Best" award-winning program for care of individuals with dementia using MBDP. He currently provides education on dementia and long-term regulatory topics. Vanessa Emm, BA, ACC/EDU, AC-BC, CDP, is a Certified Activity Consultant and Educator with additional certification as a Certified Dementia Practitioner. With over 15 years of experience, Vanessa's background is in Gerontology with an emphasis in biology, research, and grant writing. Vanessa currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the National Association of Activity Professionals.
