A Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's and Related Diseases

With the number of individuals diagnosed with Alzheimers continuing to grow, it is estimated that by the middle of the twenty-first century this devastating disease will affect more than ten million Americans. With these alarming increases, the number of people needing a concise, comprehensive, and affordable guide to treatment has soared.

A Caregiver's Guide is designed for use by paid caregivers and families alike. It provides information about Alzheimers disease, its diagnosis and stages, and treatments. It offers up-to-date suggestions for ensuring a safe home environment, as well as practical tips on communicating, activities, bathing, eating, spirituality, and sexuality.