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This practical, easy-to-read book is a guide for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD). The author describes common examples of challenges in day-to-day care, provides guidelines for ways to respond to these challenges, and emphasizes making use of the continuing abilities of people with ADRD. The author explains a problem solving approach to enable caregivers to address unique situations. The suggested care techniques are activity-focused, making them both practical and applicable. The book also suggests ways in which the caregivers can take care of themselves and reduce caregiver stress. The last chapter provides guidance for the difficult process of planning future care, supporting the transition to long-term care, and suggestions for maintaining the caregiver relationship (e.g., guidelines for visiting in long-term care). Each chapter includes a summary of the key points. Large type makes the book pages easier to read and case examples add a personal tone. A busy caregiver can quickly find explanations and solutions to the issue of the moment. 2005 National Mature Media Award (Silver Award Winner)

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Alzheimer's caregiving is a very rocky road. But with the compass Carol Bowlby Sifton provides, you will always have a strong sense of direction. Few people are as experienced in caregiving as she is. And fewer still write with the insight, wisdom, and grace she brings to this invaluable guide. --Michael Castleman, Co-Author There's Still a Person in There: The Complete Guide to Treating and Coping with Alzheimer's (01/01/2001)

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Carol Bowlby Sifton is Editor of Alzheimer's Care Quarterly and owner and developer of Eldercare Occupational Therapy, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. She also has personal experience caring for a relative with Alzheimer's disease.

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