An insightful look into the day to day life of the Alzheimer’s caregiver. A must read for the entire family.
A definitive guide for the family caregiver. Full of helpful information, solutions and advice, this guide will ease concerns and bring this disease and the care model into perspective
By Nancy L. Mace, M.A., and Peter V. Rabins, M.D., M.P.H.
$15.00 donation
Providing both comfort and information to help families effectively care for relatives with dementia disorders, this valuable resource explains what dementia, its diverse physical and psychological symptoms, its impact on family members, financial and legal issues, and caretaking arrangements for family members who can no longer care for themselves.
Recipes & Remembrances
Recipes - $15.00 donation
A wonderful cookbook full of love, cooking hints, and great recipes by Betty Griffin, dedicated to the memory of her mother Betty Joyce Provence Griffin. Mrs. Griffin has generously donated all of the proceeds from the sale of this book to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Sample recipe – easy & delicious
I’m Still Here
by La Doris “Sam” Heinly, MSW
$29.95 donation
In the book this author submits that art is an ideal modality for mental stimulation and communication with Alzheimer’s and related dementia patients as well as the frail elderly. Many activities can be mentally stimulating, including music therapy and pet therapy. However, art has the unique quality in that it creates a tangible product, the artwork which can assist caregivers and family members in understanding what is going on in the mind of the individual today.
Alzheimer’s a caregiver’s guide and sourcebook
by Howard Gruetzner
$15.00 donation
This essential sourcebook provides caregivers with a better understanding of the effects and problems associated with Alzheimer's disease, and what to expect at each stage of the illness.
The Validation Breakthrough
by Naomi Feil
$29.95 donation
This critically acclaimed book shows caregivers how they can avoid conflict and stress by validating feelings rather than focusing on confusion. Fifteen compelling case studies illustrate the simple but effective techniques that are appropriate at each stage of dementia.
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