Alzheimer's & Dementia: Paths to Take

How to handle wandering, confusion, taking away the privilege of driving a car, using dangerous equipment, and other problems are discussed in a way that is easily understood. The author has had years of caring for her husband and she discusses a possible horror story of a misdiagnosis, the effect, good and bad, of medications and overmedication. When should you get a diagnosis and begin medications?. How do you find good home care or memory care facilities when they become necessary? These questions are gone over in detail, saving you hours of research. Disease is costly, and the author gives suggestions you should think of in advance. Becoming a loved one's Power of Attorney (POA) is an extremely important step, something many know nothing of. As her husband's caregiver, she shares her experience, feeling strongly that being aware of these facts will improve your loved one's life and make this terribly difficult experience easier. She added two postscripts about things she's learned most recently, including the newest medication, just approved by the FDA on July 13, 2023.