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Hörzeit - Radio wie früher ist ein Audiomagazin für Menschen mit Demenz im Radiostil der 1950er Jahre. Jedes Magazin ist etwa 45 Minuten lang. Ihm schließt sich ein ca. 10-15 Minuten langer Teil für Angehörige an: Dort werden Bücher und Spiele, Hilfsangebote, Institutionen und Menschen vorgestellt. Bei Menschen mit Demenz findet Erinnerung nicht mehr über kognitive Reize statt, sondern über emotionale. Dem Magazin gelingt diese emotionale Aktivierung durch bekannte Musikstücke, die Verwendung von Sprichworten und Abzählreimen, und eine Moderation, die die Kommunikationstechniken der Validation umsetzt.

From decoding forgetfulness to managing daily routines, this practical guide offers valuablestrategies and compassionate advice for navigating the complexities of dementia caregiving. Equal parts empathy and practicality, it gives you the tools to cope with the demands ofcaring for a loved one with dementia.

Muchas personas conocen a un sobreviviente de cáncer, pero nadie podría decir que ha conocido a uno de Alzheimer... hasta ahora. En sus primeros dos libros el doctor Dale E. Bredesen compartió con sus lectores el revolucionario tratamiento quesigue cambiando vidas y que ha logrado revertir el deterioro cognitivo y la demencia. Ahora, en Los primeros sobrevivientes del Alzheimer son los pacientes de este programa quienes hablan de sus increíbles resultados y nos cuentan sus historias de éxito.

Embark on a poignant journey with "Crimes of Dementia," a heartfelt exploration authored by my beloved Terri Lee Martin. In both “Content and Cover,” this book is a testament to Terri's legacy, a legacy tragically interrupted by the relentless grip of dementia. In this book, my words offer a profound glimpse into the emotional odyssey of caregiving. It unfolds as a touching portrayal of the challenges and triumphs that come with caring for someone gradually slipping away.

Toma el Control del Cuidado de tu Ser Querido con Este Manual Esencial Cuidar a un ser querido con demencia es una de las tareas más nobles, desafiantes e importantes que puedes emprender. Esta guía te brinda las herramientas para ser un cuidador seguro, empoderado y bien informado, incluyendo: Conducta 101: Cómo manejar comportamientos problemáticos. Salud e Higiene: Nutrición, baño y ejercicio esenciales. Medicamentos y Terapia: Estrategias para una gestión eficaz del tratamiento. Lo que debes y no debes hacer: Consejos clave para el cuidado.

Pragmatisch und hilfreich: Die examinierte Krankenschwester Marion Ponelies kennt die Nöte von Demenzkranken und ihrer Angehörigen und weiß, welche Informationen und welche Ermutigung sie brauchen. Ihr Ziel: Nicht nur der Demenzkranke, sondern auch die Angehörigen sollen nach der Lektüre des Buches an Lebensqualität gewinnen. Erkrankte und Angehörige stellen sich Hunderte Fragen, wenn sie die Diagnose bekommen: Was passiert bei Demenz mit dem Gehirn?Ab wann kann ein Demenzkranker nicht mehr allein leben?Wie überzeuge ich meinen Angehörigen vom Pflegeheim?Wie gehe ich mit Aggression um?

Criadora do canal O bom do Alzheimer, com mais de 1 milhão de inscritos em suas redes sociais, Claudia Alves conta como a doença transformou a relação com sua mãe, Francisca, e trouxe à tona uma nova forma de amar. Este audiolivro é um guia para quem busca transformar a convivência com seus entes queridos, trazendo não só orientações úteis, mas também inspiradoras reflexões sobre como criar momentos de alegria e grande beleza. É também um convite para enxergar o Alzheimer de uma nova maneira e descobrir que, mesmo nas dificuldades, há espaço para amor, aprendizado e superação.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of caring for a loved one with Dementia?

Balancing work, personal life, and caregiving's intense emotional and physical challenges can seem impossible. But you don't have to face it alone.

What Sets Dementia Decoded Apart?

Unlike other guides, this is explicitly tailored to caregivers' unique needs. Each chapter addresses both the practical and emotional aspects of dementia care. Whether you're new to caregiving or looking for advanced strategies, this book is your essential companion in navigating the complexities of Dementia.

"Sie müssen sich mit dem Gedanken vertraut machen, dass Ihre Frau die Alzheimersche Krankheit hat." Diese erschütternde Diagnose eines Arztes bekamen Muriel und Robertson McQuilkin vor vielen Jahren zu hören. Dabei hatte doch eigentlich nur Muriels Gedächtnis ein wenig nachgelassen ... Aber unaufhaltsam wird die erst 55-jährige Muriel immer verwirrter und hilfloser. Robertson gibt seinen Beruf als Universitätspräsident auf, um seiner Frau ungeteilte Aufmerksamkeit widmen zu können.

Discover how to care for your loved one with dementia—even if you're new to caregiving. Feeling overwhelmed by the responsibility of caring for a loved one with dementia? Struggling to manage daily tasks while coping with the emotional toll? Searching for guidance to navigate this journey with confidence? You're not alone. Many caregivers face similar challenges. The Dementia Caregiver's Compass offers practical advice, emotional support, and expert insights to help you care with compassion.

In the first edition of Beating the Dementia Monster, Dave gave an account of the early but remarkable improvements he was experiencing in his cognition. In this updated and significantly expanded edition, he is joined by Dr. Vaishali S. Phatak, Associate Professor of Neuropsychology at the University of Nebraska Medical School. Dr. Phatak provides additional insight on Dave's experience and on the science of neuropsychology.

Feeling foggy, forgetful, or mentally drained? You’re not alone. As life’s demands pile up, staying sharp can feel like an uphill battle. But what if reclaiming your focus and memory didn’t require drastic changes—just simple, sustainable shifts? The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Brain Nutrition and Beyond: Eliminate Brain Fog, Elevate Focus, Sharpen Memory, and Prevent Cognitive Decline with Minimal Lifestyle Tweaks is your step-by-step guide to boosting cognitive health effortlessly.

Деменция – это синдром, который характеризуется потерей памяти в сочетании с невозможностью выполнять работу, ухаживать за собой, совершать простые действия, и деградацией личности. Заболевание характерно для лиц пожилого возраста, но им болеют и молодые люди. Но деменция — не неизбежный диагноз. Никогда не поздно и никто не слишком молод для того, чтобы заняться профилактикой и позаботиться о своем здоровье. Профилактика деменции доступна вам прямо сейчас. И в этом вам поможет наша книга.

Aging Doesn’t Have to Mean Decline—Discover the Truth About Staying Strong, Vibrant, and Independent! What if much of what you’ve been told about aging is wrong? Science proves that many ailments blamed on aging aren’t inevitable—they result from misinformation and myths that shape our mindset and choices. You don’t have to accept decline as your fate. Eileen has worked with centenarians who remain active, pain-free, and independent—many still dance! The key is rejecting destructive myths and embracing the right strategies.

Ten years ago, the first edition of A Dignified Life changed the way the caregiving community approached Alzheimer's disease by showing caregivers how to act as a Best Friend to the person. Firmly grounded in the latest knowledge about dementia, this expanded edition offers a wealth of tips and advice.

Losing Me, While Losing You is a long-needed resource to those providing care for people living with dementia—and for those providing care to the caregivers. In this book, caregivers speak from their own experiences of caring for loved ones with dementia; they cover when they first noticed behavioural changes, what they did and how their roles changed when they received the diagnosis, how the experiences changed their perceptions of themselves, especially in cases where important ones no longer recognized them or their, often long-standing, relationships.

In 1985, when Cindy Weinstein was a graduate student at UC Berkeley, her beloved father, Jerry, was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. He was 58 years old. Twelve years later, at age 70, he died having lost all of his memories, along with his ability to read, write, and speak.

Accompagner une personne atteinte de la maladie d'Alzheimer est un grand défi. Comment assurer sa sécurité, son bien-être et sa dignité ? Comment, en tant qu'aidant, peut-on protéger notre santé mentale et physique? Quelles sont les ressources qui existent? Le placement dans un établissement spécialisé est-il inévitable? Dans ce guide, Priska Poirier propose des solutions faciles à appliquer dans la vie quotidienne.

We tend to think that we will eventually get around to addressing the problem of memory loss. We may ignore the earliest symptoms of dementia, such as brain fog and depression, along with forgetting phone numbers or names or needing to make grocery lists. These are symptoms of neurodegeneration in areas of the brain involving memory.

Is your loved one showing signs of forgetfulness and are you wondering if it is old age or dementia? In the US, 6.5 million Americans over the age of 65 live with the disease today. How do you know if it is not just old age? Learn the difference between old age forgetfulness and dementia. This audiobook will be one of the most useful references for those who are looking for more information to help a person with dementia or learn to cope with everything that is happening around them.