Downloadable Resources | Alzheimer's Association
WEBEducate and connect patients to the Alzheimer's Association. Our PDF resources can be printed or emailed directly to those affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementias. Some resources are also available in Spanish. To download additional resources, visit our Publications page.
WEBdementia poses many challenges for families and caregivers. People with dementia from conditions such as Alzheimer’s and related diseases have a progressive biological brain disorder that makes it more and more difficult for them to remember things, think .
WEBAt Piedmont Sixty Plus Services, we recognize that an educated caregiver can better manage the care and plan ahead. In turn, the hope is that the care receiver and the caregiver experience an enhanced quality of life and a greater opportunity for the care receiver to age in place.
WEBEffective communication skills are critical in the delivery of quality dementia care services. Fundamental to those skills is the way you approach the interaction. When interacting with someone living with dementia, remember to... • Know them as a person: their likes, dislikes, background, interests...
WEBIt’s important to understand the scope of dementia and Alzheimer’s, so you can provide the best care. This eBook will help you prepare for caring for someone with dementia, so you can keep them healthy and safe. Many of the early warning signs of dementia are also common symptoms of aging.
WEBCaregiver—The term “caregiver” is used to describe family members, partners, or friends who care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder as opposed to a professional individual paid to provide care. Dementia—The term “dementia” refers to a group of cognitive symptoms including
WEBFCA now offers programs at national, state, and local levels to support and sustain caregivers. Services provided include: Referrals to therapists who specialize in working with dementia caregivers. A resource for caregivers of ethnic elders with Alzheimer’s and related disorders that aims to improve access to care that is culturally appropriate.
WEBThis section includes information on dementia care training s that cover a variety of topics in dementia care including understanding Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, behavioral symptoms, communication techniques, and caregiver support.
Resources for Caregivers of People With Alzheimer’s Disease …
WEBAug 30, 2023 · Find resources for dementia caregivers and family members to help respond to changes in communication and behavior, provide everyday care, find support, and plan for the future.
WEBNearly one-fourth of Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers are “sandwich generation” caregivers — caring for both someone with the disease and a child or grandchild. Caring for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias is often very intimate and very intrusive.