DEM211-4
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Case Study
Maggie lives at home with her daughter Sarah. Maggie is in the advanced stages of dementia, rarely speaks and now spends almost the whole day in bed. Sarah wants to ensure that Maggie still has things which bring her pleasure, comfort and stimulation. Sarah works full time but spends as much time as possible with her mother. Carers come in to get Maggie up, give her lunch and check on her in the afternoon.
- If you were Maggie’s carer how could you help Maggie to keep active?
- How could you help Sarah?
- Whose rights must be protected?
- Which legislation helps them both?
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