Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease and Caregiving

A diagnosis of Alzheimer''s disease can be frightening and overwhelming—and not just for the patient. Becoming the primary caregiver for a newly diagnosed loved one can be one of the most challenging—and one of the most rewarding—experiences possible. In Understand Alzheimer''s: A First-Time Caregiver''s Plan to Understand & Prepare for Alzheimer''s & Dementia, you''ll find a wealth of practical and useful information to help you and your loved one deal with a diagnosis of Alzheimer''s disease.

Understand Alzheimer''s is a guide to providing compassionate care for a spouse, parent, sibling, or friend, from the early stages of Alzheimer''s disease until the end of life. Understand Alzheimer''s is a comprehensive and thoughtful guide to caring for a loved one with Alzheimer''s, with:

• An in-depth explanation of the seven stages of Alzheimer''s disease and what the diagnosis means
• Checklists for how to prepare your loved one''s surroundings for safety and ease of activities
• Compassionate advice for managing your stress and finding the balance to keep you from feeling depressed, lonely, and isolated
• A list of resources with information for supporting those with Alzheimer''s disease, and organizations that can help build a caregiving network
• A guide to Alzheimer''s treatment options and a checklist for dealing with medical professionals
• Helpful suggestions for managing the changes in your loved one''s behavior

Living with Alzheimer''s disease presents daily challenges for both the caregiver and patient. Understand Alzheimer''s is a practical guide that helps you and your loved one cope with Alzheimer''s while maintaining the best quality of life possible for both of you.