When Caring Takes Courage: A Compassionate, Interactive Guide for Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregivers

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UPC:
9781478730538
Maximum Purchase:
2 units
Binding:
Paperback
Publication Date:
2014-05-12
Author:
Mara Botonis
Language:
english
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Product Overview

3 Books in 1:
-Helpful Tips from Hundreds of Healthcare Professionals
-Favorite Failure Free Solutions from Countless Family Caregivers
-Over 700 Alzheimer's Adapted Activity Ideas for Every Interest and Ability

Aftertwenty nine years in healthcare, working throughout the United States in the
senior housing industry, Mara's life and career trajectory was forever changed
when a close family member was stricken with Alzheimer's. Her everyday work at
the national level alongside families coping with the impact of
Alzheimer's/dementia as well as countless medical and healthcare professionals
specializing in this disease offered unparalleled opportunities to learn from
their collective expertise.

The tools provided can be tailored to fit specific needs and are designed to
assist caregivers with all aspects of caregiving. Topics include tips to help
with everyday challenges such as bathing, toileting, managing medications, and
dealing with difficult behaviors as well as communicating with healthcare
professionals, finding affordable care options, and adapting recreational
activities. Readers will learn from the best practices and proven techniques
widely utilized in Alzheimer's/dementia care today, in a way that empowers them
to personalize their use of these resources.

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