Description
Book SynopsisLaunching the dementia debate into new and exciting territory, this book applies a human rights lens to interrogate the lived experience and policy response to dementia.
Trade Review"This book is a down to earth, accessible translation of complex legal, sociological and ethical subjects and as such will appeal to undergraduate and postgraduate students of dementia, practitioners and policy makers alike." Professor Kate Irving, Dublin City University
Table of ContentsAn introduction to human rights and dementia Dementia as a disability Setting the context: The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities The right to a good quality of life at home and in the community The right to a good quality of life in care homes or in nursing homes Emerging public policy on dementia: the implications of a human rights-based approach for policy and practice Legal capacity for people with dementia Conclusions: grounds for hope
