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The Alzheimer’s Diaries (originally published as a blog) charts the progression of his illness, from diagnosis to the funeral. Susan dubbed the illness ‘Ms Alzheimer’s’ and describes the hateful impact on the man she loves.
One who Forgets and One who is Forgotten One in eight over the age of sixty-five and one in three over the age of eighty will be diagnosed with Alzheimers Disease. In her memoir, author Joan Sutton narrates a moving account of her years as caregiver to her husband, noting that Alzheimers is a disease of the brain that is paid for with the currency of the heart. A member of the board of overseers of The Alzheimers Drug Discovery Foundation, she stresses the need to develop more effective treatment for the five million Americans currently diagnosed with this incurable disease, pointing out that for every patient there is a large circle of others also affected. Sutton offers practical advice for the care of the caregiver and the patient, and shares the pain that came as she watched pieces of her husbands self disappear. Following his death, after what Nancy Reagan described as the long goodbye, she writes candidly about coping with her new status as a widow and the aching loneliness of the heart that is the price paid for having known a great love. 100% of the authors royalties (20 to 40% of the purchase price) will benefit the Alzheimers Drug Discovery Foundation/Canada. Cover design by John R. Lewis
This is a love story from start to finish, Irene and Rachael's. Based on the diaries of Rachael Dixey who looked after her civil partner Irene after she developed early onset Alzheimer's disease, the book opens with the lines: Irene, Alzheimer's and me - Alzheimer's came between us. It does that, drives you and the love of your life apart, going your separate ways because you cannot follow. That's the story really, that's it. The end. But it is also the beginning of the story, which shows how life can still be lived despite losing a life partner to dementia, and how to cope emotionally and practically with a disease that robs you of your loved one a thousand times before they die. The story charts the daily decline and inexorable loss of Irene to dementia. With the dramatic deterioration in Irene's health Rachael turns from lover and soul mate to career and, finally, single woman. Eventually, no longer able to cope with Irene at home, she makes the agonizing decision to allow Irene to be put in a care home. There she spent her last six years. When she died aged 66, the couple had spent half their life together. This book is a powerful and moving account of the progression of dementia, and raises serious questions about how our society cares for those who develop the disease, especially at a young age and in the gay, lesbian community. It also deals with loss and grief, during the illness and afterwards. Their memoir will be invaluable for anyone affected by dementia, those working in mental health and those caring for a loved one with a life-changing and incurable illness. Our Dementia Diary tells with brutal honesty of love, loss and life with Alzheimer's and opens up discussion of how dementia can be handled better.
The Long Goodbye: Dementia Diaries discusses a disease that is both personal and social for more than five million patients and their families and friends in the United States today. Now that there are medical strategies for preventing and/or curing strokes, heart attacks, even cancer, many more people are going to live into the dementia years in the near future. Although many dementia horror stories circulate in conversation and in the media, they are not the whole story. Creative approaches to loving a dementia patient can make for a valuable learning experience for family and caregivers. In The Long Goodbye Margaret Miles describes her commitment to making--rather than passively suffering--her spouse's dementia experience. Family and friends who accompany patients find embedded in the experience moments of great beauty, hilariously funny incidents, new companions, and life insights. The narrative provides both a travelogue and suggestions for a richly meaningful life passage for all participants. The Long Goodbye seeks to supply a balanced picture of a disease usually represented as unmitigated loss.
The Dementia Diaries by Matthew Snyman,Social Innovation Lab Kent Pdf
Longlisted for the School Library Association's Information Book Award 2017 - 'Over 12' category. Brie's Granddad has always been a serious man, never without a newspaper and knowing the answer to everything. But now he keeps losing track of the conversation, and honestly, Brie doesn't really know how to speak to him. At first, Fred was annoyed that Gramps had come to live with them, it meant he had to give up his room! But then he starts to enjoy watching old films with him and spending time together... although there's the small problem of Gramps calling him Simon. Follow the stories of Brie, Fred, and other young carers as they try to understand and cope with their grandparents' dementia at all stages of the illness. Adapted from true stories, and supplemented with fun activities and discussion ideas, this book for children aged approximately 7-14 cuts to the truth of the experience of dementia and tackles stigma with a warm and open perspective.
Keith Oliver was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2010, and has since become a leading activist for dementia care, and an international speaker. Telling his story through a diary format, this book gives an unparalleled insight into what day-to-day life with dementia is like, and how he continued to live a full life after diagnosis.
The Health Diaries differ from conventional diaries. Tell your go to friend, the Diary how the person you are caring for and you, are. If you can write a text message on your mobile device, a shopping list, a to-do list, a short note to someone or any other note or message; you can, write in the Health Diary. You don't have to write in sentences and paragraphs, using grammar and punctuation. Write how you want. Use the diary to chart extensively the progress of your loved one, for whom you are the diligent Carer. Record important information pertaining to their care in it. No need to stress, remembering and attending medical appointments; worrying about what questions to ask, what issues to raise and what to say when the Doctor or Consultant enquires of the person's health. It's difficult to remember everything. With the Health Diary, you need not worry. You don't even have to attend the appointment, the person you're caring for will show it. Everything needed will be in it. Imagine having this to hand when the Health Professional requires it. The easy-to-read format means they can pick out the essential details of your loved one's health progress. This can help with the quick and early diagnosis of any symptoms or side effects that may determine the next stage of the treatment plan. The Health Diary, includes a section for you too, the Carer. You reflect on your needs and state how you are feeling. This may lead to positive conversations with your Doctor or Health Professional. NEW For the Second Edition The Carer's Handover section. Sometimes it's necessary to have more than one Carer to keep the person in your family, that you love, safe. This new section takes the worry out of letting the next Carer know of any important information. Fret no more because you forgot to mention...Enjoy writing in the Diary. Delve within and start using it, to help relieve your stress and worry. Well-Being and Good Mental Health Gives You Hope. Remember, there's only one of you. web: www.herancreations.com email: [email protected] UK Charity: Mental Health Unlocked web: www.mentalhealthunlocked.org email: [email protected]
MY PRIVATE DIARY There is a German proverb which says, "Hope is the last to die" Maybe this book can help you. Alzheimer's disease (AD), also referred to simply as Alzheimer's, is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that usually starts slowly and gradually worsens over time. It is the cause of 60-70% of cases of dementia. The most common early symptom is difficulty in remembering recent events. As the disease advances, symptoms can include problems with language, disorientation (including easily getting lost), mood swings, loss of motivation, not managing self care, and behavioural issues. As a person's condition declines, they often withdraw from family and society. Gradually, bodily functions are lost, ultimately leading to death. Although the speed of progression can vary, the typical life expectancy following diagnosis is three to nine years. The Cover comes with a looped ribbon that represents support for the patient or survivor. The journal has soft covers and is perfect bound so pages will not fallout. The great 8,5" x 11" Format means there is enough space for your notes. Huge 8,5" x 11" Format. Like DIN A4. 120 Pages for your own wishes, notes, thoughts White Paper with Blank Pages Perfect new Bound so Pages will not fall out Fantastic Unique Colored Ribbon Awareness Cover.
Be careful what you pray for! The first week in January 2005, a family’s prayers for direction were answered. Reflections on Raindrops, by Jeanie T. Roberts, is the memoir of a couple in their sixties who delay retirement dreams to care for parents with dementia. With only eighteen years between their ages, Jeanie and her mother had grown up together. It was natural that Jeanette should surrender her battle with the advancing stages of Alzheimer’s disease to her daughter and son-in-law. Their story is often painful, sometimes humorous, and authentically coupled with survival tips learned during their on job training. Gene and Jeanie were aware that dealing with the mental and physical deterioration accompanying her mother’s fight with Alzheimer’s disease would be difficult, but they had not recognized the challenges arising from her step-father’s advancing vascular dementia. As her parents regressed from familiar functioning adults into childlike strangers, Gene and Jeanie drew on strategies learned while teaching and coaching sometimes reluctant teens. The story of their ten years together is enriched by poems Jeanie wrote during times of mounting stress, along with scripture references that would help them mold their struggles into victories.
MY PRIVATE DIARY There is a German proverb which says, "Hope is the last to die" Maybe this book can help you. Alzheimer's disease (AD), also referred to simply as Alzheimer's, is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that usually starts slowly and gradually worsens over time. It is the cause of 60-70% of cases of dementia. The most common early symptom is difficulty in remembering recent events. As the disease advances, symptoms can include problems with language, disorientation (including easily getting lost), mood swings, loss of motivation, not managing self care, and behavioural issues. As a person's condition declines, they often withdraw from family and society. Gradually, bodily functions are lost, ultimately leading to death. Although the speed of progression can vary, the typical life expectancy following diagnosis is three to nine years. The Cover comes with a looped ribbon that represents support for the patient or survivor. The journal has soft covers and is perfect bound so pages will not fallout. The 6" x 9" Format means there is enough space for your notes. Spacious 6" x 9" Format. 120 Pages for your own wishes, notes, thoughts White Paper with plaid Pages Perfect new Bound so Pages will not fall out Fantastic Unique Colored Ribbon Awareness Cover.
MY PRIVATE DIARY There is a German proverb which says, "Hope is the last to die" Maybe this book can help you. Alzheimer's disease (AD), also referred to simply as Alzheimer's, is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that usually starts slowly and gradually worsens over time. It is the cause of 60-70% of cases of dementia. The most common early symptom is difficulty in remembering recent events. As the disease advances, symptoms can include problems with language, disorientation (including easily getting lost), mood swings, loss of motivation, not managing self care, and behavioural issues. As a person's condition declines, they often withdraw from family and society. Gradually, bodily functions are lost, ultimately leading to death. Although the speed of progression can vary, the typical life expectancy following diagnosis is three to nine years. The Cover comes with a looped ribbon that represents support for the patient or survivor. The journal has soft covers and is perfect bound so pages will not fallout. The 6" x 9" Format means there is enough space for your notes. Spacious 6" x 9" Format. 120 Pages for your own wishes, notes, thoughts White Paper with lined Pages Perfect new Bound so Pages will not fall out Fantastic Unique Colored Ribbon Awareness Cover.
MY PRIVATE DIARY There is a German proverb which says, "Hope is the last to die" Maybe this book can help you. Alzheimer's disease (AD), also referred to simply as Alzheimer's, is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that usually starts slowly and gradually worsens over time. It is the cause of 60-70% of cases of dementia. The most common early symptom is difficulty in remembering recent events. As the disease advances, symptoms can include problems with language, disorientation (including easily getting lost), mood swings, loss of motivation, not managing self care, and behavioural issues. As a person's condition declines, they often withdraw from family and society. Gradually, bodily functions are lost, ultimately leading to death. Although the speed of progression can vary, the typical life expectancy following diagnosis is three to nine years. The Cover comes with a looped ribbon that represents support for the patient or survivor. The journal has soft covers and is perfect bound so pages will not fallout. The great 8,5" x 11" Format means there is enough space for your notes. Huge 8,5" x 11" Format. Like DIN A4. 120 Pages for your own wishes, notes, thoughts White Paper with dotgrid dot grid Pages Perfect new Bound so Pages will not fall out Fantastic Unique Colored Ribbon Awareness Cover.
MY PRIVATE DIARY There is a German proverb which says, "Hope is the last to die" Maybe this book can help you. Alzheimer's disease (AD), also referred to simply as Alzheimer's, is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that usually starts slowly and gradually worsens over time. It is the cause of 60-70% of cases of dementia. The most common early symptom is difficulty in remembering recent events. As the disease advances, symptoms can include problems with language, disorientation (including easily getting lost), mood swings, loss of motivation, not managing self care, and behavioural issues. As a person's condition declines, they often withdraw from family and society. Gradually, bodily functions are lost, ultimately leading to death. Although the speed of progression can vary, the typical life expectancy following diagnosis is three to nine years. The Cover comes with a looped ribbon that represents support for the patient or survivor. The journal has soft covers and is perfect bound so pages will not fallout. The 6" x 9" Format means there is enough space for your notes. Spacious 6" x 9" Format. 120 Pages for your own wishes, notes, thoughts White Paper with dotgrid Pages Perfect new Bound so Pages will not fall out Fantastic Unique Colored Ribbon Awareness Cover.
