Caring for People with Learning Disabilities

Caring for People with Learning Disabilities

by Nicky Genders (Author), Tom Tait (Author)

Synopsis

Caring for People with Learning Disabilities is an introductory textbook for those new to learning disability care, and will assist anyone who is commencing a career in this field. This book teaches students the importance of caring for the physical and psychological needs of people with learning disabilities, and is written in an easy to understand style offering practical advice on developing caring skills and planning appropriate care.

$3.43

Save:$24.37 (88%)

Quantity

1 in stock

More Information

Format: Illustrated
Pages: 256
Edition: 1
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 30 Aug 2002

ISBN 10: 0340807091
ISBN 13: 9780340807095

Media Reviews
Interesting...most suitable for..disability modules
Mr P Ene, Bath Spa University College

This book could provide a useful overview of the principles involved in supporting people with learning disabilites for students on introductory courses.
Nursing Standard

The authors present the complexities of disability in a straightforward and comprehensible manner. Caring for People with Learning Disabilities provides underpinning knowledge for carers who are new to this area of work, and for students undertaking foundation or vocational programmes of health and social care study.
Community Care
Author Bio
Tom Tait MA, PhD, RNLD, RCNT, RNT, FRSH, MHSM, Cert Ed Senior Lecturer in Learning Disabilities, Mary Seacole Research Center, De Montfort University, Leicester Nicky Genders MA (Learning Disability), BA (Hons), Dip Nursing, Cert Ed, RNMH Course Leader Diploma He (Nursing), School of Nursing & Midwifery, De Montfort University, Leicester