Dementia Practice Guidelines for Recreational Therapy: Treatment of Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia

Author/Creator: Suzanne Fitzsimmons, Angie Sardina, Linda Buettner

This book offers evidence-informed approaches to dementia care, focusing on patience, routine, and meaningful moments of engagement. 

Drawing on the authors' work in therapeutic recreation, it shares simple, grounded ways to support a loved one dementia through routine, presence, and activities that ease anxiety.

The book provides family caregivers and the care teams with practical ways to foster calm and connected daily experiences for loved ones, at home, in community settings, and in professional care.

Families can explore compassionate End-of-Doula Support through the caregiving journey.