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The Alzheimer's Disease Caregiver's Handbook (Black and White): What to Remember When They Forget
When a loved one shows signs of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, you will face challenges for which you feel ill-prepared. Dozens of decisions will need to be •Can Mom live by herself safely? If not, what if she refuses to leave her home?•When do I need to take away the car keys and checkbook?•How do I deal with her obstinate refusal to take a bath or go to the doctor?•Should I correct her when she insists her long-dead sister is still alive or that Ronald Reagan is still President?•How do I handle her repetitive questions and accusations I’m stealing from her?•How do I keep her entertained?•How do I handle her sun-downing, bursts of anger, or inappropriate public comments? Should I quit taking her out altogether to avoid embarrassment?•How do I keep her from wandering off and getting lost?The Caregiver’s Guide to Alzheimer’s What to Remember When They Forget provides a comprehensive look at Alzheimer’s and tackles all these thorny questions with the best advice of an experienced doctor and a seasoned caregiver.Part I reviews what Alzheimer’s is, how it is diagnosed, and the expected progression of the disease. Part II offers practical advice for the day-to-day obstacles a caregiver might face at each stage of the disease. Part III provides suggestions on self-care to prevent caregiver burn-out. Part IV offers promising Alzheimer’s research and the best advice from a top memory care center called Abe’s Garden. The book ends with three humorous true stories about Alzheimer’s patients.
311 pages, Paperback
Published September 24, 2018
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June 8, 2019
I bought this book to gain a better appreciation for what two married friends have dealt with daily for many years as they continue to confront this dreadful disease, and it delivered. Written by a primary care physician and one of her patients whose husband died from the disease, the book provides many practical ideas on how to cope with the long caretaking journey.
The M.D. also understands firsthand the effects of Alzheimer’s because her father had the disease. With thirty years of medical experience and as the primary author, she provides not only clinical research and medical realities but also many of the detailed, caretaking pointers. By learning the clinical side of the disease, I understood more readily the value of the tips. The added perspective of a layperson coauthor reinforces the practical nature of the book.
In light of my friends’ challenges, I found certain realities of the disease sobering if not painful to consider, but helpful for understanding and empathy. The book’s content also made me think about my own situation should my wife or I ever develop the disease.
I’m going to keep this book and hope that no other friends or family ever need it.
The M.D. also understands firsthand the effects of Alzheimer’s because her father had the disease. With thirty years of medical experience and as the primary author, she provides not only clinical research and medical realities but also many of the detailed, caretaking pointers. By learning the clinical side of the disease, I understood more readily the value of the tips. The added perspective of a layperson coauthor reinforces the practical nature of the book.
In light of my friends’ challenges, I found certain realities of the disease sobering if not painful to consider, but helpful for understanding and empathy. The book’s content also made me think about my own situation should my wife or I ever develop the disease.
I’m going to keep this book and hope that no other friends or family ever need it.
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