Epiphanies: Small Miracles in Everyday Experiences of Dementia
This article approaches experiences of dementia from the perspective of key Quaker Testimonies, Quaker faith and practice. It is framed around five dimensions: the practice of reflection, the peace of silent worship, guidance of the Spirit, respect for that of God in everyone, and the mystery of f...
| Published in: | Journal of religion, spirituality & aging |
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
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Routledge
[2016]
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| In: |
Journal of religion, spirituality & aging
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| Further subjects: | B
Responsiveness
B personal insights B worshipful presence B Mystery B silent ministry B Quaker B Attentiveness B Hope |
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| Summary: | This article approaches experiences of dementia from the perspective of key Quaker Testimonies, Quaker faith and practice. It is framed around five dimensions: the practice of reflection, the peace of silent worship, guidance of the Spirit, respect for that of God in everyone, and the mystery of faith. Each dimension includes contributions from persons with dementia and care partners. The stories illustrate times when individuals broke step with the old, made space for the new, reached for and experienced hope. |
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| ISSN: | 1552-8049 |
| Contains: | Enthalten in: Journal of religion, spirituality & aging
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.1080/15528030.2015.1046636 |