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Elder care, care for people with dementia or other diseases

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Be With

Be With

Letters to A Caregiver

by Barnes, Mike

Book - 2018

In brief passages that cast fresh light on what it means to live with dementia, Barnes shares trials, insights, solace—and, ultimately, inspiration. In brief passages that cast fresh light on what it means to live with dementia, Barnes shares trials, insights, solace—and, ultimately, inspiration. Show less

In brief passages that cast fresh light on what it means to live with dementia, Barnes shares trials, insights, solace—and, ultimately, inspiration. In brief passages that cast fresh light on what it means to live with dementia, Barnes shares trials, insights, solace—and, ultimately, inspiration. Show less

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The Essential Family Guide to Caring for Older People

The Essential Family Guide to Caring for Older People

by Stone, Deborah

Book - 2020

It is the ultimate source of information and help for families with care responsibilities. It is the ultimate source of information and help for families with care responsibilities. Show less

It is the ultimate source of information and help for families with care responsibilities. It is the ultimate source of information and help for families with care responsibilities. Show less

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When Someone You Know Is Living in A Dementia Care Community

When Someone You Know Is Living in A Dementia Care Community

Words to Say and Things to Do

by Wonderlin, Rachael

Book - 2016

A guide to help family and friends navigate the emotional and practical challenges they face when someone they love is living in community care. A guide to help family and friends navigate the emotional and practical challenges they face when someone they love is living in community care. Show less

A guide to help family and friends navigate the emotional and practical challenges they face when someone they love is living in community care. A guide to help family and friends navigate the emotional and practical challenges they face when someone they love is living in community care. Show less

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When Someone You Know Has Dementia

When Someone You Know Has Dementia

Practical Advice for Families and Caregivers

by Andrews, June

Book - 2016

This book is about dementia and what happens when someone is affected by it. This book is about dementia and what happens when someone is affected by it. Show less

This book is about dementia and what happens when someone is affected by it. This book is about dementia and what happens when someone is affected by it. Show less

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Creative Care

Creative Care

A Revolutionary Approach to Dementia and Elder Care

by Basting, Anne Davis

Book - 2020

In Creative Care, Anne Basting lays the groundwork for a widespread transformation in our approach to elder care and uses compelling, touching stories to ...Show more In Creative Care, Anne Basting lays the groundwork for a widespread transformation in our approach to elder care and uses compelling, touching stories to inspire and guide us all—family, friends, and health professionals—in how to connect and interact with those living with dementia. Show less

In Creative Care, Anne Basting lays the groundwork for a widespread transformation in our approach to elder care and uses compelling, touching stories to ...Show more In Creative Care, Anne Basting lays the groundwork for a widespread transformation in our approach to elder care and uses compelling, touching stories to inspire and guide us all—family, friends, and health professionals—in how to connect and interact with those living with dementia. Show less

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Getting Wise About Getting Old

Getting Wise About Getting Old

Debunking Myths About Aging

Book - 2020

"A grey tsunami is sweeping the land, wreaking social and financial havoc in its wake. Sound familiar? This myth about aging, along with twenty-eight...Show more "A grey tsunami is sweeping the land, wreaking social and financial havoc in its wake. Sound familiar? This myth about aging, along with twenty-eight others, is the focus of Getting Wise about Getting Old, which paints a far more accurate and nuanced portrait of old age. Show less

"A grey tsunami is sweeping the land, wreaking social and financial havoc in its wake. Sound familiar? This myth about aging, along with twenty-eight...Show more "A grey tsunami is sweeping the land, wreaking social and financial havoc in its wake. Sound familiar? This myth about aging, along with twenty-eight others, is the focus of Getting Wise about Getting Old, which paints a far more accurate and nuanced portrait of old age. Show less

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Advance Care Planning

Advance Care Planning

Prepare for Serious Illness by Sharing your Wishes for Future Health and Personal Care

by Jorsvik, Connie

Book - 2020

It is a practical guide to advance directives, living wills, and other documents and strategies for communicating your health- and personal-care preferences. It is a practical guide to advance directives, living wills, and other documents and strategies for communicating your health- and personal-care preferences. Show less

It is a practical guide to advance directives, living wills, and other documents and strategies for communicating your health- and personal-care preferences. It is a practical guide to advance directives, living wills, and other documents and strategies for communicating your health- and personal-care preferences. Show less

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Canadian Home Care Handbook

Canadian Home Care Handbook

Book - 2014

An accessible and practical guide to caring for an older or disabled person at home. An accessible and practical guide to caring for an older or disabled person at home. Show less

An accessible and practical guide to caring for an older or disabled person at home. An accessible and practical guide to caring for an older or disabled person at home. Show less

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The Art of Aging

The Art of Aging

A Doctor's Prescription for Well-being

by Nuland, Sherwin B.

Book - 2007

Dr. Nuland steps back to explore the impact of aging on our minds and bodies, strivings and relationships. Melding a scientist’s passion for truth with a ...Show more Dr. Nuland steps back to explore the impact of aging on our minds and bodies, strivings and relationships. Melding a scientist’s passion for truth with a humanist’s understanding of the heart and soul, Nuland has created a wise, frank, and inspiring book about the ultimate stage of life’s journey. Show less

Dr. Nuland steps back to explore the impact of aging on our minds and bodies, strivings and relationships. Melding a scientist’s passion for truth with a ...Show more Dr. Nuland steps back to explore the impact of aging on our minds and bodies, strivings and relationships. Melding a scientist’s passion for truth with a humanist’s understanding of the heart and soul, Nuland has created a wise, frank, and inspiring book about the ultimate stage of life’s journey. Show less

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Present Through the End

Present Through the End

A Caring Companion's Guide for Accompanying the Dying

by DeLeo, Kirsten

Book - 2019

It offers the guidance and essential wisdom we need when we are struggling to support someone who is nearing death. It offers the guidance and essential wisdom we need when we are struggling to support someone who is nearing death. Show less

It offers the guidance and essential wisdom we need when we are struggling to support someone who is nearing death. It offers the guidance and essential wisdom we need when we are struggling to support someone who is nearing death. Show less

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Living Well With A Serious Illness

Living Well With A Serious Illness

A Guide to Palliative Care for Mind, Body, and Spirit

by Kanarek, Robin B.

Book - 2023

The book will educate individuals with serious illnesses and their families about what palliative care is, what it isn't, and how to see patients as individuals. The book will educate individuals with serious illnesses and their families about what palliative care is, what it isn't, and how to see patients as individuals. Show less

The book will educate individuals with serious illnesses and their families about what palliative care is, what it isn't, and how to see patients as individuals. The book will educate individuals with serious illnesses and their families about what palliative care is, what it isn't, and how to see patients as individuals. Show less

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Keep your Wits About You

Keep your Wits About You

The Science of Brain Maintenance as You Age

by Dotson, Vonetta M.

Book - 2022

This book provides science-based facts and practical tools to help readers develop healthy lifestyles to optimize their cognitive abilities, mental health, and physical functioning at any age. This book provides science-based facts and practical tools to help readers develop healthy lifestyles to optimize their cognitive abilities, mental health, and physical functioning at any age. Show less

This book provides science-based facts and practical tools to help readers develop healthy lifestyles to optimize their cognitive abilities, mental health, and physical functioning at any age. This book provides science-based facts and practical tools to help readers develop healthy lifestyles to optimize their cognitive abilities, mental health, and physical functioning at any age. Show less

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Aging Smart

Aging Smart

Strategies to Live Happier and Healthier Longer

Book - 2006

Strategies to Live Happier and Healthier Longer. Strategies to Live Happier and Healthier Longer. Show less

Strategies to Live Happier and Healthier Longer. Strategies to Live Happier and Healthier Longer. Show less

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Chair Yoga for Seniors

Chair Yoga for Seniors

Stretches and Poses That You Can Do Sitting Down at Home

by Lehmkuhl, Lynn

Book - 2020

Chair yoga for seniors outlines the physical and mental benefits that come with practicing yoga daily, and provides instructions for numerous different exercises. Chair yoga for seniors outlines the physical and mental benefits that come with practicing yoga daily, and provides instructions for numerous different exercises. Show less

Chair yoga for seniors outlines the physical and mental benefits that come with practicing yoga daily, and provides instructions for numerous different exercises. Chair yoga for seniors outlines the physical and mental benefits that come with practicing yoga daily, and provides instructions for numerous different exercises. Show less

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Exercises for Better Balance

Exercises for Better Balance

The Stand Strong Workout for Fall Prevention and Longevity

by Smith, William

Book - 2015

Improve your balance and prevent falls with the Stand Strong workout—a resistance, flexibility, and cardio exercise program fit for any schedule and fitness level. Improve your balance and prevent falls with the Stand Strong workout—a resistance, flexibility, and cardio exercise program fit for any schedule and fitness level. Show less

Improve your balance and prevent falls with the Stand Strong workout—a resistance, flexibility, and cardio exercise program fit for any schedule and fitness level. Improve your balance and prevent falls with the Stand Strong workout—a resistance, flexibility, and cardio exercise program fit for any schedule and fitness level. Show less

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