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The 36-Hour Day: A Family Guide to Caring for People with Alzheimer Disease, Other Dementias, and Memory Loss in Later Life
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 36-Hour Day" invaluable to caregivers, the fourth edition is the only edition curren
...morePaperback, Fourth Edition, 324 pages
Published
October 9th 2006
by Johns Hopkins University Press
(first published November 1st 1981)
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I had read through this book last year, but didn't make notes on it then. I think the whole book could be a note. . .
The mgt of wandering. "If you are considering a day care center, we urge you to do so early in the illness. Day care center and nursing homes have found that people adjust best when (1) they do not stay long the first few visits, (2)the caregiver stays with them the first few times, and (3) someone from the program visits them at home before the transition. Leaving ...more
The mgt of wandering. "If you are considering a day care center, we urge you to do so early in the illness. Day care center and nursing homes have found that people adjust best when (1) they do not stay long the first few visits, (2)the caregiver stays with them the first few times, and (3) someone from the program visits them at home before the transition. Leaving ...more
I had heard that The 36-Hour Day is the Alzheimer's caregivers bible, and I can see why. Having read other books on the subject, I'd say The 36-Hour Day is a more complete reference guide, helpful in many different stages of caregiving. Chapter titles are Dementia, Getting Medical Help for the Person with Dementia, Characteristic Behavioral Symptoms of Dementia, Problems in Independent Living, Problems Arising in Daily Care, Medical Problems, Behavioral Symptoms of Dementia, Symptoms That Appear...more
This is a fabulous and exhaustive guide for families caring for people with Alzheimer's, dementia, and memory loss. It's been around and continually updated for the last 25 years and is couched in compassionate and clear language.
The book goes through all the stages of these tragic, often irreversible conditions, and how to deal with them in various ways, how to discuss and approach them, what (few) medications and (more) therapies are out there, the history and research behind th...more
The book goes through all the stages of these tragic, often irreversible conditions, and how to deal with them in various ways, how to discuss and approach them, what (few) medications and (more) therapies are out there, the history and research behind th...more
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This book was recommended to myself and my siblings when my Mother was first diagnosed with dementia over a year ago. I am slowly making my way through it. I'm finding a lot of similarities with the book and my Mom's worsening condition. This is extremely informative and so far has helped me through many situations with my Mom. She has dramatically changed within the past year and i regret not finishing the book when I first started. I am going to force myself to get through the remainder, ...more
Deana
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Recommends it for:
anyone who has a family member suffering from Alzheimer's disease.
Recommended to Deana by:
mother-in-law
I picked up this book because it was recommended by the doctor who is helping keep up with the progress of my husband's grandfather's disease. He recommended that all family members read it, but much of the family was avoiding it, claiming it was horrible and too depressing. So I offered to read it and pass on the information that I found useful.
It was an extremely interesting book, though very, very repetitive in its mantra - there is no way that any human being will be able to take ...more
It was an extremely interesting book, though very, very repetitive in its mantra - there is no way that any human being will be able to take ...more
I spent 18 years of my professional life as a social worker specializing in the problems of the aging. Thirteen of those years were in nursing homes and rehab facilities. I could always identify the families of residents with Alzheimer's: they had big black circles under their eyes from lack of sleep. The 36 Hour Day was and is still the best thing written for the loved ones and caregivers of dementia patients. This book will help you deal with the terrible burdens of anger, love, guilt and conf...more
For those of us dealing with a family member who has what the authors refer to as a "dementing illness," this is an invaluable book. I am so grateful to the very good friend who recently handed me the book with the instruction to pass it on when I am done. I will most certainly do that and have, in fact, recommended it to several people in similar situations. I have learned so much about the effects of the diseases and how to cope. The book is filled with practical advice and wisdom.
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Reading this book was a bit dangerous at first. It's hard to read some of these things and NOT speculate on whether you have the early signs of dementia.
On the other hand, once I got past that - it was useful. It's a good reference if you're caring for a person who has Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia.
There's lots of encouragement, good checklists, and advice.
It made me feel we've made a good choice for Dad, where he is.
And it reinforced my belief that I ...more
On the other hand, once I got past that - it was useful. It's a good reference if you're caring for a person who has Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia.
There's lots of encouragement, good checklists, and advice.
It made me feel we've made a good choice for Dad, where he is.
And it reinforced my belief that I ...more
This book is a critical read for people who assume the caretaking role. It is a book not to read one, or twice, but again and again. There are so many relavant chapters that will stick with you until your 'gift' or mission is through and even after. Please pay close attention to the chapter that references seeking outside assistance from ANYONE for help so that you can see a movie, go for a walk around a lake, etc. Those moments are needed and you must demand them.
Really good resource about dementia and how it can affect not only the person inflicted with the disease but also the family and how to care for the person. A little over whelming when dsicussion the worst case problems but helpful in discussing how to work through those issues. I would recommend this to anyone dealing with someone who has dementia or Alzheimer's or even some one who just has a few memory problems that are affecting their day to day life.
Julie Miles
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An excellent guide for understanding and dealing with a loved one who has Alzheimer's/dementia. There has been a lot of frustration in my own family with my grandmother's condition, and this book really put things into perspective for me. Instead of being angry and frustrated, and reacting on raw emotion, I've been able to deal with problems as they arise and with clarity.
Lesliepk
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My father had Alzheimer's, and it helped me cope with how he was changing. I also realized while reading certain chapters, that he did not behave badly intentionally, and that it was I that would have to adapt. I loved him despite his sometimes hurtful outbursts...and then he became a child, a sweet "every day was a new each day" child.
Susan Baranoff
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Recommends it for:
anyone who has a friend or loved one suffering with Alzheimer's.
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adult-self-help
This is an essential book for anyone who has a loved one suffering with Alzheimer's. The care-taker suffers along with the victim and this book helps make sense of what makes no sense to us.
I strongly recommend it for anyone whose life is touched by this tragic disease - and the earlier in the process you read it, the better.
I strongly recommend it for anyone whose life is touched by this tragic disease - and the earlier in the process you read it, the better.
Paperback Our Price: $7.95 Highly recommended by a customer now taking care of her mother with Alzheimer's. She was so taken by this book that she ordered several copies, one for each member of her family. "The best guide of its kind."-Chicago Sun Times
WOW, what a book . . . read this when taking care of my grandmother in 2006. I recently reread it since I'm now taking care of an Alzheimer patient that is not a relative . . . much easier task but still difficult . . . awesome book!
Excellent. It is not just crammed with case studies and is filled with practical advice on how to handle or, in some cases, simply deal with the challenges of caring for someone with this life changing condition.
I've read this in the past... GREAT BOOK! Highly recommend for anyone that experiences Alzheimer's or other dementias; Excellent resource with ideas of how to continue working with people & how to change your environment when needed!
The facts and anecdotes in this support book have been very helpful as I walk alongside my sisters in the care of our mother (who has early signs of dementia). Very helpful!
Boy, this is the book if you are dealing with a person in your life with dementia today. However, I hope this book serves as a perverse history text once we find better solutions to prevent and/or cure these diseases. I hope in addition to better medical outcomes, we can also have a more honest, less judgmental dialogue about end of life choices. The manner in which those with Alzheimer's must carry out their final days seems more cruel on all involved with their care in addition to the afflicte...more
Es un libro donde describe varias situaciones que se viven cuando se tiene un familiar con demencia senil, y es realmente útil lo que describen en dicho libro
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An absolutely invaluable resource for anyone providing care to a loved one with memory loss. Great insight, solid facts and tangible examples organized in readable fashion.
Not a book I wanted to read, but dad has dementia and this seemed to be the best guide on what to expect. Well-written and I made notes to save.
i found this book very helpful as far is work is concerned, understanding those i serve as well as what their families may've gone through.
This book is truly the "bible" for caregivers who are dealing with someone who has dementia. I highly recommend to any caregiver.
Hope no one else needs this book but it was so helpful. Really lifted me out of a period of grieving for my mother's losses.
I'll recommend this book to anyone I know who has a loved one recently diagnosed with dementia. It has a ton of useful information with examples and vignettes that help to understand the disease from the standpoint of the person who has it.
When my mother began to show symptoms of Alzheimer's, this book provided invaluable support.
Alluded to as "The Bible" for those dealing with individuals suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia, this book is an invaluable resource. Those with dementia and Alzheimer's enter "another world". If you want to understand them and communicate with them, you will buy, read, and keep this book.
I gave this 2 stars. Everyone raves about this book but there are real problems with it. Because it tries to be all things to all people the information is at once too much to take in, and not enough to be much help.
For an absolute beginner the Alzheimer's Association gives away a book written by a football coach who was also his wife's primary caregiver. It is both gentle and brutally honest about the disease. For additional information once you've digested the bad news, the web does ...more
For an absolute beginner the Alzheimer's Association gives away a book written by a football coach who was also his wife's primary caregiver. It is both gentle and brutally honest about the disease. For additional information once you've digested the bad news, the web does ...more
Excellent. Thank god I have not had to use this knowledge yet ... knock on wood.
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