Written for patients, their families, and caregivers, the practical information here will help readers understand what is physically happening to the brain so they can empower their own special skills and talents throughout the disease process. The book is divided into three sections that correspond to the progression of Alzheimer's, and the unique challenges encountered at each stage.
*Section A: The four stages of Alzheimer's with hundreds of practical tips for coping at each level
*Section B: Q&A for caregivers, including legal and financial issues, medication, helping children understand, handling the holidays and more.
*Section C: Resources and websites.
This is an essential book for all those who want to focus on the capabilities that remain instead of those that have been lost.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
The book I wanted to write:
I am a geriatric care manager and was the primary caregiver for my aunt for 7 years before she died from AD. The experience of caring for her was challenging but also very positive and life transforming for me. This book captures the heart of my experience and presents Alzheimer's Disease and caring for a loved one with it in a very life affirming way. It gives hope and meaning to a difficult but not hopeless situation. The many practical ideas presented in the book are invaluable and come straight from the... more info
A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's Disease: 300 tips for making life easier:
Has excellent information and guides you with suggestions as the disease progresses. Gives you some choices along the way to caring for your loved one.
A powerful tool for the caregiver:
This book is a must have for any person dealing with a loved one, friend or client with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. The tips are practical and readable. It is important for those caring for someone with dementia to have the proper tools. Also you want to focus on skills an afflicted person still has. Important also is keeping the mind of an Alzheimer's person active because this will help slow the decline. This book gives you practical tips on how to do that
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Wonderful source of information:
This book gives a clear and concise summary of changes which occur in the brain and in the behavior of the patient with Alzheimer's Disease. Dividing the book into three sections based on the stages of the disease is very useful. The tips for making life easier can easily be implemented.
