Caregivers for parents, spouses or patients who are suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia take on a heroic post that is difficult to negotiate. You are vitally important to the passage of your patient or loved-one who is facing these progressive diseases or brain states. This You Tube supports the book “Care for Caregivers: who help Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Sufferers.” Book is written by Dr. Carol Francis (Psychologist) and Susan Kohler (Speech and Language Specialist) on Amazon, epub via Lulu or via doctorcarolfrancis.com. Gain some insights, perspectives, differential understanding and encouragement to forge through the mind of those suffering from Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Dr. Carol Francis
InsideMyBeing.com — a clip from the acclaimed short film on Alzheimer’s Disease. This film was written and directed by Roberto Carlo Chiesa which chronicles the ordeal of a mother and daughter dealing with Alzheimer’s disease from the point-of view of the Alzheimer’s patient and talks to caregivers and family members struggling to not let go in communicating with their loved one. . The film was inspired by Roberto Carlo Chiesa’s sister who died from the disease.
As the Cookie Crumbles – Alzheimer’s disease using Multiple Sensory Interaction This is a short story of how to connect with an individual with Alzheimer’s disease. It shows how to use multiple sensory interactions to connect. Now updated – original was posted June 06, 2010 Prior 22 views
Emmy Award-winning CBS News correspondent Barry Petersen shares his journey into life as a caregiver to his wife, Jan, diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease at fifty-five. An intimate and courageously honest memoir about devastating loss, enduring love, and finding strength to carry on. (Video edited by Erick Petersen)
How to Interact with Alzheimer’s Patients This video will give you great ideas on different types of props you can use to engage a person with Alzheimer’ disease. The suggestions given are primarily items used round your own home to keep costs down you. Lear to enrich your life and theirs by trying these simple techniques. DRIVING CHANGE Starts with Noticing what is Important. This video has been update. Orignal video was posted June 20, 2010 and had a total of 67 prior views as it was a two part series
Do you know the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s Disease? Are you aware of the plight of caregivers — the friends and loved ones who care for Alzheimer’s patients? These topics and more are covered in this presentation created by J-NEX Media for the Alzhemer’s Association. For more information, please go to www.alzla.org.
PBS airdate: Check local listings. www.pbs.org A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease can be devastating for a person and their loved ones. Caregiving issues surrounding a person with a cognitive disease are unique, and planning for decline in health is critical for the caregiver.
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