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Talking to Alzheimer's: Simple Ways to Connect When You Visit with a Family Member or Friend

Zaven S. Khachaturian

3.9/5 ( ratings)

Alzheimer's can have a devastating impact on a patient's close relationships and all too often, family members and friends feel so uncomfortable that they end up dreading visits, or simply give up trying to stay in contact with the patient. This book offers a wealth of practical things you can do to stay connected with the Alzheimer's patient in your life. It offers straightforward suggestions and invaluable do's and don'ts, with advice on everything from dealing effectively with the inevitable repetition that occurs in conversations with an Alzheimer's patient to helpful strategies for saying no to unrealistic demands. It also includes thoughtful tips to remind you to take care of your own feelings and suggestions for helping children become comfortable with visiting and Alzheimerís sufferer.

Language: English

Pages: 192

Format: Paperback

Publisher: New Harbinger Publications

Release: January 01, 2002

ISBN: 1572242701

ISBN 13: 9781572242708

Talking to Alzheimer's: Simple Ways to Connect When You Visit with a Family Member or Friend

Zaven S. Khachaturian

3.9/5 ( ratings)

Alzheimer's can have a devastating impact on a patient's close relationships and all too often, family members and friends feel so uncomfortable that they end up dreading visits, or simply give up trying to stay in contact with the patient. This book offers a wealth of practical things you can do to stay connected with the Alzheimer's patient in your life. It offers straightforward suggestions and invaluable do's and don'ts, with advice on everything from dealing effectively with the inevitable repetition that occurs in conversations with an Alzheimer's patient to helpful strategies for saying no to unrealistic demands. It also includes thoughtful tips to remind you to take care of your own feelings and suggestions for helping children become comfortable with visiting and Alzheimerís sufferer.

Language: English

Pages: 192

Format: Paperback

Publisher: New Harbinger Publications

Release: January 01, 2002

ISBN: 1572242701

ISBN 13: 9781572242708

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