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Emotional security, Physical safety and the environment ...........31
Future Planning ............................................................................34
Communication ............................................................................36
4. Autonomy .................................................................................38
Involvement in Decision-making processes .................................38
Self-Expression .............................................................................39
Communication ............................................................................40
5. Meaning....................................................................................44
Spirituality/religion/customs........................................................44
Occupation/Purpose/Self-esteem ................................................ 45
6. Growth......................................................................................48
Growth through Rehabilitation ....................................................49
Pushing boundaries / Risk / Trying something new .....................50
Communication ............................................................................53
7. Joy.............................................................................................55
Balance, Acceptance and Living in the moment ..........................56
Fewer Tomorrows ............................................................................59
Where to from Here? .......................................................................60
Becoming a ‘Younger Onset Dementia Friendly’ Organisation ....60
Younger Onset Dementia Support Networks...............................61
Reference List...............................................................................66
Other places for support and information ...................................68

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