The importance of hope when a child has dementia

Prof. Kenneth Nunn, Paediatric Neuropsychiatrist, discusses the importance of taking a different set of approaches when working with families impacted by childhood dementia. He discusses the importance of truthfulness, trust and being present for families and helping them to assemble a form of hope. Sam, father to Caleb, shares what hope meant for his family. Despite Caleb’s condition being life-limiting, he shares the many opportunities to give families like his hope and empathy.
This was made to offer perspectives and insights to health and care professionals working with families affected by childhood dementia.
This video was developed by the Childhood Dementia Initiative with funding from the Australian Government.

Видео The importance of hope when a child has dementia канала Childhood Dementia Initiative