Alzheimer's and other Dementias: Answers at Your Fingertips

Alzheimer's and other Dementias: Answers at Your Fingertips

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Synopsis

If you have been affected by dementia, this book is for you. You may have been recently diagnosed, you may know someone who is experiencing symptoms, or you may be caring for someone with the condition. Dementia can be challenging and confusing, affecting carers, family and friends as well as the person diagnosed. This book answers 276 questions from all these people about the realities of dementia, and will provide you with the knowledge to help you to understand the condition and take control. It outlines the different care options that are available and suggests a variety of strategies for coping. It tells you where to go for help and guidance on legal, financial and other matters and gives advice on how to prepare for the future and make difficult decisions.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 238
Edition: 3Rev Ed
Publisher: Class Publishing
Published: 08 Feb 2008

ISBN 10: 1859591485
ISBN 13: 9781859591482

Media Reviews
'For carers and families, this book provides a fount of knowledge and experience that will be invaluable on the journey through dementia. Its comprehensiveness and clarity ensure it is accessible and excellent value.' NEIL HUNT, Chief Executive, Alzheimer's Society 'When I was myself diagnosed with vascular dementia, I read this book and realised that I was not alone. It is a life-saver, literally. Thank you.' RACHEL CANNING,Cornwall 'The advice to carers who are reaching the point of deciding it is time to think about a nursing home is excellent - spot on.' FREDERIKA STRADLING, carer whose mother has dementia, Wiltshire
Author Bio
BA, BPhil, Dip Anth. Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Disease Society