Alzheimer's: A Caregiver's Guide and Sourcebook - Softcover

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HOWARD GRUETZNER, MEd, is the Director of the Heart of Texas Region Mental Health Mental Retardation Center—Elder Services. He is also the founder of the Alzheimer’s Family Support Group in the region. He conducts seminars on dementia and other geriatric mental health problems.

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Is someone you care for struggling with Alzheimer s disease? Now revised and fully updated, this critically acclaimed guide leads you through the realities of caring for and coping with an Alzheimer s patient. The author, a nationally recognized authority, details the latest developments in treatment and care options. Alzheimer s speaks directly to your vital concerns, including:

• The symptoms and traits of Alzheimer s, what to expect at each progressive stage, and how to respond to behavior problems
• The full range of treatments and supportive services available, including tips on how to locate and finance them
• Helpful suggestions on managing personal stress
• All–new chapters on the emerging importance of the family in the successful care of Alzheimer s patients
• Ways to understand your feelings and the impact of grief