The Alzheimer's Advisor: A Caregiver's Guide to Dealing with the Tough Legal and Practical Issues [Paperback]

Vaughn E. James (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0814409245 | ISBN-13: 978-0814409244 | Publication Date: October 16, 2008 | Edition: 1

For anyone who has ever cared for a person with Alzheimer's, coping with the emotional, financial, and day-to-day issues can be grueling. In "The Alzheimer's Advisor," Vaughn E. James offers an empathetic and straightforward guide to the legal and ethical dilemmas associated with this disorder.

Editorial Reviews

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“Both books [sic] are reassuring resources for those confronting an Alzheimer’s diagnosis.” --ForeWord Magazine

Starred review; “A comprehensive treatment of the legal roles and responsibilities of individuals caring for someone with diminished legal capacity. Essential for all caregiving, aging, and legal collections.” -- Library Journal

"This is a fascinating read on a timely subject... The author writes with the insight of a lawyer but with the compassion of a friend and counselor. Highly recommended reading." --Estate Planning

One of the Best Consumer Health Books of 2008 according to Library Journal

"The book is easy to read and understand because of the concise use of language and the print size, which is large and bold. The organized layout of the book makes it seem light and quick to get through. Anyone with a legal or medical interest in Alzheimer's could benefit from reading this book." --AORN Journal (Association of periOperative Registered Nurses)

Book Description

For anyone who has ever cared for a person with Alzheimer’s, coping with the emotional, financial, and day-to-day issues can be grueling. While many people are aware of the physical effects of this disease, very few know how to handle the practical issues that can make dealing with a loved one or patient with Alzheimer’s that much more difficult. In The Alzheimer's Advisor, Vaughn E. James offers an empathetic and straightforward guide to the legal and ethical dilemmas associated with this disorder. Using real-life situations, the author offers invaluable advice on such topics as:

estate planning • the emotional issues of caring for a patient with Alzheimer’s • how to cope with the cost of care • living wills, power of attorney, and guardian­­ship • treatment and diagnosis • finding the right lawyer and paying for the cost of legal help • legal issues for the mobile Alzheimer’s patient

From recognizing the early signs of the disease to understanding the legal implications, this is the one book that will enable caregivers, health-care practitioners, and family members to protect themselves and their loved ones.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 17 and up
  
• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: AMACOM; 1 edition (October 16, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0814409245
• ISBN-13: 978-0814409244
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #742,338 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A fine health library addition, May 10, 2009

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This review is from: The Alzheimer's Advisor: A Caregiver's Guide to Dealing with the Tough Legal and Practical Issues (Paperback)

Any library strong in books on aging and elder care will relish THE ALZHEIMER'S ADVISOR, a powerful survey of daily issues and strategies for handling loved ones with Alzheimer's. From legal and ethical problems to real-life situations, treatment options, and estate planning alike, this covers all facets and is a fine health library addition.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy reading, March 10, 2009

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Margaret Joseph (NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Alzheimer's Advisor: A Caregiver's Guide to Dealing with the Tough Legal and Practical Issues (Paperback)

This is a very good book. It is Very interesting and informative. It is very easy to read. It is definitely exciting not boring at all.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great and informative, November 6, 2008

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Jacqueline M. Baldwin "caregiver" (Houston, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Alzheimer's Advisor: A Caregiver's Guide to Dealing with the Tough Legal and Practical Issues (Paperback)

My caregivers who come to my support group have asked to read this book as it seems to be something that will help them. That is the main reason I bought it as I try to do everything I can to help those who are walking in my shoes!