"Listen To Me, I Am Still Somebody": Understanding the Alzheimer's Disease Sufferer (Paperback)

by Sandra M. Kehoe (Author)
Key Phrases: disease sufferer, family care givers, dementia sufferer, Alzheimer's Disease, Community Resources, Alzheimer's Association (more...)

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Product Description
Listen to Me, I Am Still Somebody introduces the Alzheimer's disease sufferer to their caregivers and the community at large. Alzheimer's disease is a devastating disease process, yet the reader will laugh and perhaps cry a little, but begin to understand. Although this is an incurable disease, the reader will be given hope and begin to heal. Family caregivers are not the only ones affected by Alzheimer's. The professional caregiver, medical personnel, police, emergency services, and our community at large will find themselves interacting with the Alzheimer's disease sufferer and their families. This book is meant for all of them. Armed with a better understanding of the disease process, communication techniques, and behavior management skills the reader will be able to create the specialized environment needed by the Alzheimer's disease sufferer anywhere. Strengthened by a better understanding of stress management and how to begin the grieving process, along with the community resources waiting to help, the reader will learn that caring for themselves will protect both the caregiver and the Alzheimer's sufferer. Readers will find that this is not a clinical manuscript. The information is written in a conversational manner. Sandy Kehoe's method of delivery has helped so many people understand what is really happening to the disease sufferer and what interventions work. The reader will learn that the disease sufferer has so much of themselves still intact--perhaps a younger version of themselves, but still an important person worthy of respect and dignity and one who has the right to maintain their self worth.

About the Author
Sandy Kehoe has worked extensively in community education about Alzheimer's disease. She has served as the administrator of an assisted living facility for Alzheimer's disease sufferers and is presently the administrator of a licensed private duty home health agency.

Product Details

• Paperback: 116 pages
• Publisher: Universal Publishers; 1 edition (December 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581129882
• ISBN-13: 978-1581129885
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,009,580 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely helpful information!, January 24, 2008

By	Linda L. Mento - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book was a very easy read. The author talks "with you" not "at you". I felt as though I was having a conversation. The information confirmed some of my thoughts that a friend of mine is in the beginning stages of this disease. I was pleased to know that some of the things we are doing are correct, and also glad to hear that we can't do everything ourselves. Everyone needs help and should ask for it. Telling personal stories about her son and other family members, made understanding the material so much easier. I recommend this book to everyone who suspects this disease has entered their world.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pricey but worth it, January 18, 2008

By	J. M. Austin "LizDuneVarna" (North Carolina) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is just one of many titles that I have purchased since my husband was diagnosed with "dementia, probably of the Alzheimer's kind". It seemed a little pricey for as small a paperback as it was, but the information in it is well worth it. Even hubby pours over it ( altho it is written more so the caregiver can walk in the patient's shoes). He has told me ( over and over) that many of the things the author discusses went unnoticed by him, but now he can see that for the past several years, he has experienced them all. If you have this one, and "Alzheimer's from the Inside", you're off to a good start at understanding this dread disease and how to cope with it and the patient.

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding! A Must Read!!!, March 14, 2009

By	Lisa Santosuosso - See all my reviews

Sandy Kehoe has written a wonderful book to help caregivers and anyone dealing with a loved one who is suffering from alzheimers. This author's vast knowledge about caring for alzheimers patients is obvious through her stories, advice and information. Compassion and respect for the person who is suffering from alzheimer's disease as well as their loved ones or caregivers are the most important themes of this book. There are many different forms of dementia illnesses and Sandy managed to traslate this medical information into layman's terms. This book is outstanding and a "must read" for everyone dealing with alzheimer's disease.