A medical expert answers your common questions about memory loss, causes of dementia, diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and more.Perhaps someone in your family has been diagnosed …
Originally published in 1981, The 36-Hour Day was the first book of its kind. Thirty years later, with dozens of other books on the market, it remains the definitive guide for …
Assisted living is the fastest-growing alternative to skilled nursing care for frail older persons in the United States. The expectations, settings, and missions of these …
With over 3.5 million copies sold, the bestselling guide to understanding and caring for people with dementia is now completely revised and updated!For 40 years, The 36-Hour Day …
Almost a decade ago, Peter S. Silin wrote Nursing Homes: The Family's Journey to provide family members with practical advice and emotional support. This successor volume …
Doing Things shows how to provide a positive environment for persons with Alzheimer's disease by offering opportunities for social interaction and constructive, enjoyable …
As the average age of the U.S. population continues to increase, age-related policies have come under intense scrutiny, sparking heated debates. In the past, older people were seen …
Caring for an elderly family member can be overwhelming. But fulfilling life experiences are still possible for both caregivers and their loved ones, despite the stress and fatigue …
This practical guide provides general caregiving tips and helps you decide when and how to transition your loved one to a dementia care community.Caring for someone with dementia …
With the number of elderly persons needing long-term care expected to double to 14 million over the next two decades, assisted living has become the popular choice for housing or …
