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Guide: Caring for a Person with Alzheimer's Disease
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease can be a challenging task. The National Institute on Aging has produced a guide for families and caregivers on how to care for an individual with Alzheimer's. The guide includes information about the disease, guidance on types of care, information on caring for yourself, and how to cope with the final stages of Alzheimer's.
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Article: How to care for an aging family member
Determining the best way to communicate with older adults, especially family members can be very challenging at times. Whether you’re just trying to carry on a friendly conversation or discussing serious matters related to their health, finances or other critical topics, it can easily become frustrating. As your loved ones’ skills begin to deteriorate due to illness or diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s, your patience can be put to the test. Here are a few tips for improving your communication with older loved ones.
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