[PDF] Living With Alzheimers And Other Dementias Easyread Super Large 20pt Edition eBook

Author : Nancy L. Mace
Publisher : Johns Hopkins University Press
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 30,68 MB
Release : 2006-10-09
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780801885099

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Revised in 2006 for its twenty-fifth anniversary, this best-selling book is the "bible" for families caring for people with Alzheimer disease, offering comfort and support to millions worldwide. In addition to the practical and compassionate guidance that have made The 36-Hour Day invaluable to caregivers, the fourth edition is the only edition currently available that includes new information on medical research and the delivery of care. The new edition includes: -new information on diagnostic evaluation-resources for families and adult children who care for people with dementia-updated legal and financial information-the latest information on nursing homes and other communal living arrangements-new information on research, medications, and the biological causes and effects of dementia Also available in a large print edition Praise for The 36-Hour Day:

Author : Amy Newmark
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 18,79 MB
Release : 2014-04-22
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1611599342

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Collects personal accounts from Alzheimer's patients and family members on their individual struggles, providing inspiring and uplifting tales of strength, treatment, and compassion. --

Author : Patricia B. Smith
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 395 pages
File Size : 12,45 MB
Release : 2011-04-27
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1118068890

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An estimated 4 million people are living with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) in America today, with approximately 370,000 new cases diagnosed every year. AD patients live anywhere from 5 to 20 years after their diagnosis; and their inability to care for themselves grows more dramatic as the disease progresses, creating profound implications for their families and healthcare providers. Its impact on families during the caregiving years is overwhelming. If you have a family member or close friend who’s suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease and you’re looking for current, useful information, then Alzheimer’s For Dummies is for you. This reference guide also is helpful if you Need to know more about its diagnosis and treatment Want to take care of yourself while taking care of your loved one Are not the primary caregiver but want to know how to help Want to know how Alzheimer’s Disease is going to affect you and your loved one Alzheimer’s For Dummies takes a realistic look at Alzheimer’s Disease, what it is and what it isn’t. It offers pertinent, easy-to-understand advice for dealing with the myriad concerns and responsibilities that a primary caregiver must assume when managing an Alzheimer’s patient. Here’s a sampling of the information you’ll find in this valuable guide: Maneuvering through medical, legal, and financial tangles Distinguishing AD from other brain diseases and medical conditions Handling the fears that may accompany the diagnosis Evaluating current drug therapies; watching out for scams and quack treatments Finding the best doctors; dealing with attorneys and CPAs Looking at Medicare regulations Evaluating the cost of care The current state of research, diagnosis, and treatment Television personality Leeza Gibbons, whose mother was stricken with AD, writes in the foreword of this book, “There is no upside to keeping your head in the sand. This book is a crucial step in your new fight. Arm yourself with the knowledge waiting for you in these pages. It will help you find answers and resources as you adjust to your new reality.”

Author : Nancy L. Mace
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 39,61 MB
Release : 2021-08-10
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1421441705

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The 36-Hour Day is the definitive dementia care guide.

Author : Bernard Isaacs
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 13,43 MB
Release : 2019-11-30
Category :
ISBN : 9781732229655

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This book is for anyone whose life has been touched by someone with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia. Whether you've just learned about a loved one's diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or dementia, or you're a long-time professional caregiver, this book is the practical and trustworthy resource you need. Written by authors who "get" what you're going through, it covers everything you need to know with warmth, rigor, and clarity, and provides all the information required to provide skilled care for a person with Alzheimer's disease or other form of dementia. You will be better prepared to handle the disconcerting and disorientating behavior of the person in your care. You will know what to do and what to expect when facing day-to-day and longer-term problems. You'll be less likely to find yourself frustrated, bewildered, or at a loss. This book will:¿Walk you through a unique caregiving approach grounded in empathy, dignity and understanding. ¿Provide you the knowledge and tools you need to care with confidence and compassion. ¿Improve your life as a caregiver as well as that of the person in your careYou will learn...About Alzheimers disease | What to expect as Alzheimer's progresses | How to find the right medical professionals | Hands-on, practical advice for most situations you'll encounter | Home safety and injury prevention | Medication safety | Alternatives to home care and how to choose caring facilities | Legal and financial aspects | Resources on where and how to get help | And much much more...Written by Bernard Isaacs, MD, one of the most respected and influential figures in the field of geriatric medicine, he was honored by Queen Elizabeth 2nd with a CBE for his immense contributions to the well-being of the elderly. Co-authored, fully updated and expanded by leading health writer Renée Despres, PhD, it covers everything you need to know with warmth, rigor, and clarity

Author : Nancy L. Mace
Publisher : Grand Central Life & Style
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 14,99 MB
Release : 2012-09-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781455521159

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The most trusted guide for caring for persons with Alzheimer's disease, memory loss, and dementia disorders-now revised and updated with practical and legal advice and compassionate guidance for families and caregivers. When someone in your family suffers from Alzheimer's disease or other related memory loss diseases, both you and your loved one face immense challenges. For over thirty years, this book has been the trusted bible for families affected by dementia disorders. Now completely revised and updated, this guide features the latest information on the causes of dementia, managing the early stages of dementia, the prevention of dementia, and finding appropriate living arrangements for the person who has dementia when home care is no longer an option. You'll learn: The basic facts about dementia How to deal with problems arising in daily care-meals, exercise, personal hygiene, and safety How to cope with an impaired person's false ideas, suspicion, anger, and other mood problems How to get outside help from support groups, friends, and agencies Financial and legal issues you must address. Comprehensive and compassionate, The 36-Hour Day is the only guide you need to help your family through this difficult time.

Author : Daniel Kuhn
Publisher : Hunter House
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 35,61 MB
Release : 2013-10-08
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781630266653

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This third edition of "Alzheimer's Early Stages" offers the 5 million individuals diagnosed with the disease and their loved ones and caretakers new research findings, new approaches to treatment, and new information on the three key areas of Alzheimer's disease: medical aspects, day-to-day care, and care for the caretaker. Author Daniel Kuhn has been a social worker and educator focused on enhancing the well-being of people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, as well as that of their families, since 1987. Alzheimer's disease has a beginning, not just an end; and as with all beginnings, one must take the first steps before one takes the last. The problems encountered early in the disease and the advice required then are very different from what is needed later in the disease. This book enlightens us about these early stages. Daniel Kuhn seeks to replace fear with knowledge, in the hope that knowledge will lead to empowerment. What does the disease look like and feel like when it first occurs? What types of problems are encountered first by the person with the disease, and by their family and friends? How can these problems be dealt with most effectively? This book is also about reversing the dehumanization that unfortunately is now associated with Alzheimer's disease. Although the disease should be feared and respected, it is not a cause for embarrassment or shame.... This book will serve as a discussion tool to encourage open and frank discussions about mild Alzheimer's disease among patients and family members. In Part One, readers learn about the medical aspects of Alzheimer's through descriptions of diagnosis and the progression of the disease from its earliest origins, and explanations of the current and proposed medical treatments. This section also describes potential non-drug means of treating the disease, such as physical exercise, and speculative treatments, such as coconut oil, that are gaining popularity yet are not strongly supported by scientific evidence. Part Two addresses the practical aspects of day-to-day care. Here, Kuhn explains the changing world of the diagnosed individual. Communication barriers associated with Alzheimer's disease are described and ways to overcome them are offered. Readers come to understand the change in their relationships due to the nature of the disease as well as how to adjust their expectations as these changes occur. Kuhn also describes the importance of anticipating long-term care needs through legal and financial planning. In Part Three, caregivers are given steps to care for themselves including how to obtain needed help from professionals and friends. Emphasis is placed on maintaining one's own physical, mental, and social health as an important aspect of ensuring the well-being of someone with Alzheimer's disease. Among the many topics covered are ways to ensure that people with Alzheimer's maintain a high quality life, such as ways of improving communication, selecting appropriate activities, addressing safety concerns, and including children in patient's lives. The book also includes a discussion of what the experience of having Alzheimer's is like, and an analysis of the slow, but hopeful progress being made in the treatment and prevention of the disease. In his introduction, Daniel tells us, "This book is not a step-by-step guide to the "correct" or "best" way to manage the inherent challenges of this disease. Rather, throughout this book I address general principles about coping strategies and offer specific suggestions. Whenever possible, I rely on the experiences of people living with Alzheimer's disease to illustrate key points." This book is practical. It tells you what you can and should do, and in some cases, what you should not do. Like a good cookbook, it provides guidance and advice but leaves room for individuality and experimentation.