Books, Mags, and Movies
Now that Alzheimer's has finally been recognized as significantly impacting society, an abundance of books, magazines, and movies have been created addressing different aspects of the disease. Consider this your guide to multimedia resources on Alzheimer's.
Taking the Mystery out of Nursing Home Placement
"Taking the Mystery out of Nursing Home Placement" by Sharon Johnson, BSW, is an insider's look at nursing home placement, including real examples of the intricacies and challenges of finding (and staying in) the right nursing home.
"Taking the Mystery out of Nursing Home Placement" by Sharon Johnson, BSW, is an insider's look at nursing home placement, including real examples of the intricacies and challenges of finding (and staying in) the right nursing home.
Taking The Mystery Out Of The Medicare Program
"Taking the Mystery out of the Medicare Program" by Sharon Johnson, BSW, is a detailed yet understandable overview of the Medicare program, including tips for choosing the best Medicare program option for you and working effectively with Medicare providers.
"Taking the Mystery out of the Medicare Program" by Sharon Johnson, BSW, is a detailed yet understandable overview of the Medicare program, including tips for choosing the best Medicare program option for you and working effectively with Medicare providers.
Taking The Mystery Out Of Nursing Home Medicaid
"Taking the Mystery out of Nursing Home Medicaid" by Sharon Johnson, BSW, is a concise, practical overview of the nursing home Medicaid program, including little-known tips for how to prepare your Medicaid application to increase your chances of approval.
"Taking the Mystery out of Nursing Home Medicaid" by Sharon Johnson, BSW, is a concise, practical overview of the nursing home Medicaid program, including little-known tips for how to prepare your Medicaid application to increase your chances of approval.
Taking The Mystery Out Of Advanced Directives
"Taking the Mystery out of Advanced Directives" by Sharon Johnson, BSW, is a succinct, down-to-earth overview of the documents all families should have in place in the event of incapacitating illness.
"Taking the Mystery out of Advanced Directives" by Sharon Johnson, BSW, is a succinct, down-to-earth overview of the documents all families should have in place in the event of incapacitating illness.
Ten Movies About Alzheimer's Disease You Shouldn't Miss
The 2008 Oscar nominations include two Best Actress nods for performances in movies that deal with Alzheimer's disease. Here are ten movies you shouldn't miss that handle the difficult subject of Alzheimer's with grace, dignity, and realism.
The 2008 Oscar nominations include two Best Actress nods for performances in movies that deal with Alzheimer's disease. Here are ten movies you shouldn't miss that handle the difficult subject of Alzheimer's with grace, dignity, and realism.
Preserving Your Memory Magazine
The Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation has launched Preserving Your Memory magazine, which offers feature articles on brain health based on the latest scientific research. It also offers advice and resources for those already living with Alzheimer's or a related dementia. A free copy is available by visiting the magazine's website.
The Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation has launched Preserving Your Memory magazine, which offers feature articles on brain health based on the latest scientific research. It also offers advice and resources for those already living with Alzheimer's or a related dementia. A free copy is available by visiting the magazine's website.
Today's Caregiver Magazine
Today's Caregiver Magazine offers articles on general caregiving practices and concerns. The bi-monthly publication also features stories from readers and has special editions for Philadelphia and South Florida caregivers.
Today's Caregiver Magazine offers articles on general caregiving practices and concerns. The bi-monthly publication also features stories from readers and has special editions for Philadelphia and South Florida caregivers.
Merck Manual of Geriatrics
As a service to the community, Merck & Co. makes all of its manuals available online for free. Here's the Merck Manual of Geriatrics in its entirety, updated and chock full of information for families and professionals about conditions affecting older adults and corresponding treatments.
As a service to the community, Merck & Co. makes all of its manuals available online for free. Here's the Merck Manual of Geriatrics in its entirety, updated and chock full of information for families and professionals about conditions affecting older adults and corresponding treatments.