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Providing practical advice, comfort and day-to-day information to help families effectively care for relatives with dementia disorders, this resource defines dementia, its diverse physical and psychological symptoms, financial and legal issues, and caretaking arrangements.

After 35 years, still the indispensable guide for countless families and professionals caring for someone with dementia.

Through five editions, The 36-Hour Day has been the "bible" for families who love and care for people with Alzheimer disease. This book... Read Full Overview

After 35 years, still the indispensable guide for countless families and professionals caring for someone with dementia.

Through five editions, The 36-Hour Day has been an essential resource for families who love and care for people with Alzheimer disease... Read Full Overview

"I welcome with enthusiasm the third edition of this book for families and friends of patients with dementing illnesses. It has served well in its prior appearances and should accomplish even more with this edition."--Paul R. McHugh, M.D., in the foreword

Through two... Read Full Overview

Originally published in 1981, The 36-Hour Day was the first book of its kind. Thirty years later, with dozens of other books on the market, it remains the definitive guide for people caring for someone with dementia. Now in a new and updated edition, this best-selling book features... Read Full Overview

For more than 30 years, this book has been the trusted bible for families affected by dementia disorders. Now completely revised and updated, the guide features the latest information on the causes, managing the early stages, prevention, and more. Reissue.

'This is the best guide of its kind.' - Jory Graham, CHICAGO SUN TIMES. 'The best available...' - AMERICAN GERIATRICS SOCIETY This is the comprehensive guide to the home care of those in all stages of progressive dementing illness. New information on late-stage dementia is... Read Full Overview

Revised in 2006 for its twenty-fifth anniversary, this best-selling book is the "bible" for families caring for people with Alzheimer disease, offering comfort and support to millions worldwide. In addition to the practical and compassionate guidance that have made The... Read Full Overview