Such a simple but effective idea, that is accessible to pretty much anyone. I've recently started visiting a lovely lady with dementia, and although I have been trained I was intrigued if my language or conversation was helpful for her. With autism for example, you should give the individual as much time as they need to answer a question without asking it again because it interrupts their thought processes.

Should you remind them that their dog isn't around anymore and they can't walk very far? or is it more unethical to lie and tell them that it's a bit cold today but maybe they can walk it tomorrow? This small but informative book answered all of my questions. Offering a fictional insight of a man called Jack, the reader gets a rare opportunity to see how situations make a dementia patient feel, and how the best way to treat them is. (Spoiler: Respectfully, like any human being.)

In addition to this lovely little narrative, the back of the book has wonderful tips on how to help someone with dementia that you may be living with. It almost angered me that I've never heard some of these tips in my life! Before my grandma went to a home she was always confused about where the toilet was during the night, and I cannot believe that the solution is so blindingly simple that my grandad could have changed their cream coloured toilet seat to a bright contrasting colour that would grab her attention. Likewise with handrails and doors, this is such a cheap and easy tip!

Everyone should read this, because at some point in our lives this information will be of help. as the book states, one in six people over 80 will develop dementia in some form, so if not for you, it is worth it for your loved ones.