Caregiving with love and joy an expert's guide to providing the best Alzheimer's disease and dementia homecare

"When it comes to caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, the right caregiving can make all the difference. Here, Patricia Boswell shares structured routines, life hacks, and best practices that are evidence-based and focused on maintaining the highest possible quality...

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Main Author: Boswell, Patricia A. (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: New York : Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House, [2022]
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Table of Contents:
  • The right caregiver makes all the difference
  • Is this behavior normal? Accepting the new reality
  • Becoming the best caregiver
  • Self-care strategies: taking care of the caregiver
  • Organizing the home
  • Caregiving and the activities of daily living
  • Filling the family care plan with appropriate activities
  • Dealing with difficult behaviors
  • Identifying and treating common medical problems
  • Navigating mealtime
  • Coordinating respite care
  • Planning for end of life.