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EPISODE · Jan 31, 2019 · 43 MIN

Publisher Adapts To Needs Of People With Dementia So They Can Continue Reading!

from Alzheimer's Speaks · host Lori La Bey

Lori La Bey, host of Alzheimer's Speaks Radio has an exciting conversation with Rachel Thompson, CEO of Malena Books.  Rachel discusses the modification they make to their books which allows those living with dementia to continue to read independently longer.  Their books are written for adults using storylines of interest using short concepts, visualization and prompts to guide a person to be as independent as possible when reading.  Marlena Books puts dignity back into reading for those with demenita. Contact Rachel Thompson at: Malena Books Purchase Books FaceBook Twitter:  @Marlenabooks For Additional Resources from Alzheimer’s Speaks Initiatives and Projects     Speaking, Training and Consulting       Resource DirectorySupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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