The Dementia Caregiver's Guide: Solving Caregiver Nightmares

Discover the ideal collection of simple, effective Dementia caregiving methods for family caregivers, in a concise and “easy read” style unlike any other Dementia caregiver guidebook ever published! Does a long-winded college textbook format rob you of your desire to read? Then The Dementia Caregiver’s Guide is precisely what you are looking for. Its “cut to the chase” approach is a fast-paced page-turner that will keep you intrigued and engaged.Kevin Martinelli is a Dementia caregiver enthusiast and researcher who has been a caregiver to his ninety-one-year-old mother for 7 years. He set out to write this one-of-a-kind book inspired by the friends and acquaintances he met at several Dementia caregiver support groups. Kevin found invaluable help in his journey through these support group meetings, and the concept for this book was born. “A picture paints a thousand words,” and a story paints a picture in your mind’s eye, increasing retention and comprehension! This book places you in the support group meeting room to hear the true stories of success told by seasoned, compassionate caregivers. You will be empowered by their trailblazing experiences to clear stumbling blocks from your caregiving pathway forward.The Dementia Caregiver’s Guide can transform your caregiving experience with these discoveries:Realistic expectations for the futureFinancial support optionsPersonal development that can reduce your emotional strain.Facing conflict with family members and influencing their support.Surprising advice from 24 inspirational, relevant quotes by Mark Twain, Bob Dylan, Mother Teresa, Socrates, T.S. Eliot, Leonardo Da Vinci, Thomas Jefferson, and many others!A balanced perspective on the pros and cons of medicationsA solid understanding of how to handle strange and disturbing behaviors.Symptoms of a stroke.Managing communication challenges.Planning good memories.Designing your R & R.Getting ahead of the predictable problems, and so much more!When you read this book, you will open a treasure chest of effective caregiving strategies. Solve the most common nightmares that dementia caregivers encounter and claim more peace and confidence in your caregiver experience. Read more