Facilitating Reminiscence Groups: Perceptions of Group Leaders

Christensen, Teresa M.; Hulse‐Killacky, Diana; Salgado, Roy; Thornton, Mark; Miller, J. Keith

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“…As the leader develops more empathy and compassion for the elderly, more adaptation and flexibility emerges in the clients (Christensen, Hulse-Killacky, Salgado, Thornton, & Miller, 2006). This is a natural posture for the holistic nurse.…”

Section: Role Of the Group Leadermentioning

confidence: 98%

“…The relationship between therapist and patient must be consistent and positive and "the basic posture of the therapist to a patient must be one of concern, acceptance, genuineness, empathy" (Yalom, 1995, p. 106). As the leader develops more empathy and compassion for the elderly, more adaptation and flexibility emerges in the clients (Christensen, Hulse-Killacky, Salgado, Thornton, & Miller, 2006). This is a natural posture for the holistic nurse.…”

Section: Role Of the Group Leadermentioning

confidence: 99%

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Considerations to Implement Holistic Groups With the Elderly

2008

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The group modality is a viable holistic treatment consideration for the elderly, given the steady increase in the elderly population, the presence of various psychiatric and/or medical conditions in this cohort, and cost concerns. The holistic nurse and group leader share similar role definitions of being a facilitator in the healing process. They embrace the concept that the person and group are greater than the sum of the parts. Using a group modality can increase the number of people served by one nurse, thereby making it cost-effective. Incorporating the holistic mind-body-spirit approach addresses the Healthy People 2010 goal of increasing the quality of life. Tips on conducting groups with the elderly are reviewed, including types of groups, setting, goals, composition, duration, and frequency. Theme-centered groups are discussed from a holistic perspective. Yalom's 11 therapeutic factors that account for group functions are explained, along with other group concepts that reflect holistic nursing concepts.

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Section: Role Of the Group Leadermentioning

confidence: 98%

Section: Role Of the Group Leadermentioning

confidence: 99%