Recommended Readings on Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
| Recommended Reading | Description | Rating |
| Alzheimer’s Disease Video narrated by C. Everette Koop (Time Life Video, 1996). | Informative 30-minute video available at most pharmacies. Recommended. | * * * * |
| Alzheimer’s: Caring for your Loved One, Caring for Yourself by Sharon Fish (Harold Shaw Publishers). | For caregivers. A guide on how to take care of yourself and dealing with stress. | * * * * |
| Alzheimer’s: Finding the Words by Harriet Hodson (Chronimed Publishing,1995). | Simple yet comprehensive. | * * * * * |
| Failure-Free Activities for the Alzheimer’s Patient by Carmel Sheridan (Dell, 1987). | Simple, easy activities for supervised groups and individuals. | * * * * |
| Late Stage Dementia Care: A Basic Guide by Christine R. Kovach (Taylor & Francis, 1997). | Review of options available to caregivers who are dealing with the late stage Alzheimer’s disease process. | * * * * * |
| Living in the Labyrinth by Diana F. McGowin (Delta Trade Paperbacks, 1994). | First-hand journal of author as she enters the early stages of Alzheimer’s. Quick read. Recommended. | * * * * * |
| The 36 Hour Day by Mace & Rabins (John Hopkins University Press, 1991). | Very informative reference book. Fairly dry. | * * * * ½ |
| The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Care by Virginia Bell and David Trovel (Health Professions Press, 1997). | For caregivers. Easy and comforting read. A unique approach to care. | * * * * |
| The Complete Guide to Alzheimer’s Proofing Your Home by Mark L. Warner (Purdue University Press, 1998). | A must read for families/caregivers keeping their loved one at home. | * * * * |
| The Validation Breakthrough by Naomi Feil (Health Professions Press, 1994). | Good primer on validation methods and communication skills to use with different Alzheimer’s populations. A house favorite. | * * * * * |
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UnCommon Alzheimer’s Care
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