As a caregiver, you face challenging situations and conflicting information concerning diagnoses, treatments, coping with everyday activities, and dementia itself. This easy-to-read book will give you the resources to make informed decisions regarding the best possible care for you and your loved one. Written by a licensed clinical social worker with twenty-five years of experience, Alzheimer"s Disease and Other Dementias: The Caregiver"s Complete Survival Guide offers tips on: - Getting the best treatment for your loved one - Handling difficult behaviors - Making the home safer - Choosing respite and long-term care options - Finding legal and financial assistance - Improving overall quality of life Drawing from clinical and personal experience, Nataly Rubinstein guides you with humor and compassion through your journey. From preparing for the first visit to the neurologist to advice for daily life, she provides detailed, accessible information for those caring for someone with memory loss.