A Practical Guide for Alzheimer's Caregivers
 
A Practical Guide for Alzheimer's Caregivers (UPDATED for 2016 Edition), or “THE BLUE BOOK”, is a labor of love for everyone at the Alzheimer’s Aid Society. Every article was written by a local professional and donated for inclusion in this book. At the beginning of every story of dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease is fear. "THE BLUE BOOK" is your resource to answer the question, "What now?"
 
Complete "BLUE BOOK" in one file. 3.7 Mb

INTRODUCTION  2.0 Mb
About "THE BLUE BOOK" Contributors
Descriptions of Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's and other Non-reversible Dementia
What is Senile Dementia?
The Importance of a Proper Diagnosis
About the Alzheimer's Aid Society

CAREGIVING  2.5 Mb
  COPING WITH CAREGIVING:
     Caregiving
     The Caregiver
  CAREGIVING INFORMATION AND TIPS:
     Communication and Dementia
     Alzheimer’s and Depression
     Appointments and Communication with the Doctor
     Bathing
     Dementia and Intimacy
     HOPE: Art Therapy for Those with Dementia
     Incorporating Music in Caregiving
     Dementia and Home Safety
     End Stage Alzheimer’s and Hospice

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT  1.0 Mb
  Behavior Management: Dementia
  Sundowning
  Wandering
  Agitation
  Denial of Need for Help
  Violence
  Suspiciousness
  Inappropriate Sexual Behavior
  Behavior Management (Conclusion)

LEGAL INFORMATION  738 Kb
  Health Care Directives
  Wills and Trusts
  Veterans Affairs Aid and Attendance Benefit
  Medi-Cal Benefits and Long-Term-Care for the Elderly

RESOURCES FOR PROVIDING CARE  774 Kb
  Hiring a Caregiver
  In-Home Care Agencies
  When You Hire an Agency Caregiver
  Adult Day Care Programs
  Choosing a Facility

To request a printed copy of the Practical Guide to Caregiving,
call (916) 483-2002 or (800) 540-3340.


Other publications:

Caregiver Guide (Español)  
Happenings!  (monthly e-newsletter)  
Forget-Me-Not  (quarterly)  
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