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Patients, spouses, families, and caregivers dealing with dementia face a host of complex issues, particularly when they must confront Dementia with Lewy Bodies or Parkinson's Disease. Until now there has been no guidebook for the general public to help navigate these challenging disorders. In Dementia with Lewy Bodies and Parkinson's Disease Dementia, Dr. J. Eric Ahlskog draws on 30 years of clinical and research work at Mayo Clinic to arm patients and families with crucial information that will enable them to work in tandem with their doctors. A diagnosis of dementia can be devastating, leaving families and caregivers struggling with a loved one's radically-impaired thinking and memory. When dementia is coupled with Parkinson's, which will develop in Parkinson's patients that live long enough, or with Lewy Bodies, which is the second leading cause of dementia behind Alzheimer's, the difficulties become even more daunting. And while these disorders are all too common, most people have little solid information about them. Too often doctors cannot spend the necessary time answering questions or discussing the specific challenges and treatments for these kinds of dementia during office visits. Arriving for a doctor appointment knowing the issues and treatment options beforehand gives patients and families an important head start. Dr. Ahlskog clearly explains all aspects of these disorders, their causes, symptoms, most effective drug treatments, proper doses, and which medications to avoid. He also discusses the complications that can arise in treating these conditions, given the variety of available medications and their possible side effects and interactions. While a cure does not yet exist, in this accessible, highly informative guidebook, Dr. Ahlskog shows that optimal medical treatment can markedly improve the quality of life for both patients and family.

A digital copy of "Dementia: Person-Centered Assessment and Intervention" by Michelle S. Bourgeois. Download is immediately available upon purchase!

Experience enhanced daily living with the Dementia Alarm Calendar Clock, designed for seniors managing memory loss or Alzheimer's. Its large screen displays time, date and month in high resolution, accommodating both 12-hour and 24-hour formats for clarity at any distance. The clock features 3-alarm modes with 5 programmable alarms, including specific medication reminders for morning, afternoon and evening doses. It supports routine management effortlessly. Auto-dimming adjusts brightness at 7:00 PM (options for mid or low brightness) and brightens at 7:00 AM for optimal visibility without disturbance. The clock offers Colorful Mode, Traditional Digital Clock Mode and Standard Mode, each facilitating routine establishment with clear lettering and easy setup. Includes remote control for convenient operation from a distance. Built with rigorous standards for quality assurance, each unit undergoes extensive testing. It comes with a 1-year warranty, lifetime support and prompt customer service within 24-hours, ensuring reliability and peace of mind in daily use. Size: extra large. Color: Black.

A wallet-sized user manual for the mind Includes tips for lifelong cognitive wellness The 4 sections include: Declutter (reducing intrusive thoughts and improving focus) Decorate (filling the space with self compassion and positivity) Strengthen (doing mental exercise) Prevent (lowering the risk of Alzheimer's and dementia) Add your custom personalization to the back panel in black

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Religious faith is a powerful source of comfort and support for individuals and families facing dementia. Many faith leaders need help in adapting their ministries to address the worship/spiritual needs of this group. A product of Faith United Against Alzheimer's, this handbook by 45 different authors represents diverse faith traditions, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Sikhism, Buddhism and Native American. It provides practical help in developing services and creating dementia friendly faith communities. It gives an understanding of the cognitive, communicative and physical abilities of people with dementia and shows what chaplains, clergy and lay persons can do to engage them through worship. Included are several articles by persons living with dementia.

Revised and expanded for 2013, Karen Truman, PhD addresses issues important to all caregivers. 1. How and why to get a proper diagnosis. (The primary care doctor may not have all the right tools). 2. What legal and financial preparations are necessary? (You really need an Elder Law Attorney). 3. The best way to obtain Veteran benefit information. (It may not be through the local VA hospital). 4. Original Medicare vs. Advantage Plan? (Pay now or pay a lot more later). 5. Top 10 Medicaid mistakes. (One gift could end up costing you thousands of dollars). 6. Effective ways to deal with burnout. (Who can I ask to get help?) 7. Reduce your risk for Alzheimer s. (What you eat is just one component in prevention). In addition, Dr. Truman provides resources and information for guidance and direction on your caregiving journey. This book is listed as an Alzheimer s resource with the National Institute of Health (NIH).

This book builds upon the foundation of Power's award-winning book, Dementia Beyond Drugs, to reframe the care and support of people living with dementia. Power presents a strengths-based approach that focuses on enhancing seven domains of well-being for individuals in all living environments. In doing so, he challenges many of our long-held practices and provides an innovative approach that can lead to sustained improvements in the lives of people with dementia and their partners in care. Revised edition refines the language and attitudes required to achieve the author’s goals and includes new research supporting his approach.

Yukie Sakai is a sprightly young home health aide eager to help her elderly clients. But what seems like a straightforward job quickly turns into a series of increasingly surreal and bizarre adventures that put Yukie’s wits to the test! Cartoonist Kago, who is well known for combining a more traditional manga style with hyper realistic illustration technique, an experimental visual storytelling approach, and outrageously sexual and scatological subject matter, has single-handedly created his own genre: “fashionable paranoia."

What is dementia and how does it differ from Alzheimer's? What are the signs of dementia and how will my loved one progress along the path? What changes in the brain cause the behaviors? This book is your guide for the journey. Dementia Caregiving from a Biblical Perspective: Your Guide for the Journey contains information about the four main types of dementia and is illustrated by stories. It will help prepare you for the future, recognize pitfalls, as well as highlight the joys of each stage of dementia. Drawing from a Biblical perspective, it points to God's sustaining grace in the midst of a difficult season. One person can make a difference-the most effective care is nurturing love.

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Years before the federal government started setting goals to reduce the use of psychotropic drugs in long-term care settings, Dr. Al Power argued eloquently in his trailblazing book Dementia Beyond Drugs about the harm done by these medications in the symptomatic treatment of dementia. This revised second edition introduces new research, language, and examples to reinforce the core message that antipsychotic medications are not the solution to ease the distress experienced by individuals living with dementia, and presents alternative solutions for providing respectful, individualized support and care. Unique features in the book include: * Discussion of new drug studies and government reports on the dangers and ineffectiveness of antipsychotic medications in the dementia population * Innovative practices in dementia care * A pathway to meet―and exceed―the drug-reduction goals established by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

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Becoming a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another neurocognitive disorder can be an unexpected, undesirable, underappreciated—and yet noble role. It is heartbreaking to watch someone lose the very cognitive capacities that once helped to define them as a person. But because of the nature of these disorders, the only way to become an effective caregiver and cope with the role’s many daily challenges is to become well-informed about the disease. With the right information, resources and tips on caregiving and working with professionals, you can become your own expert at both caring for your charge and taking care of yourself. In these pages, Marc Agronin guides readers through a better understanding of the changes their loved one may be going through, and helps them tap into the various resources available to them as they embark on an uncertain caregiving journey. Insisting that a caregiver also maintain his or her own health and well being, Agronin guides caregivers in their efforts to provide care, but to also look to themselves as recipients of care from themselves and others. Shedding light on the debilitating disorders themselves as well as their everyday realities, this book is a much-needed resource for anyone caring for another person suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other neurocognitive disorders.

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Your hands-on guide to dealing with dementia within the UK healthcare system If a loved one has recently been diagnosed with dementia, Dementia For Dummies, UK Edition provides trusted, no-nonsense guidance on what this may mean for you and your family. You'll get an understanding of the symptoms of dementia, make sense of the stages of the illness and grasp the differences between the various types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia. Dementia is an increasingly common condition that can have a significant impact on family life. Each person diagnosed is unique, and your loved one's symptoms can range from loss of memory to mood changes to communication problems and beyond. This sensitive, authoritative guide walks you through the different scenarios you may encounter as a family member or carer and explains step-by-step how you can keep your loved one as safe and as comfortable as possible—no matter how severe their symptoms are. Gives you the straight facts on dementia Covers the symptoms, causes and risk factors of dementia Helps identify and address the fears as you face a diagnosis Provides carers and family members with the information needed to help manage the illness If you're looking for support as you adjust to caring for a loved one with dementia, Dementia For Dummies helps make it easier.