If you are looking for support while caring for a loved one who is suffering from early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, then you need the invaluable resources in this book. It is undoubtedly noble to take on the hefty responsibility of being a caregiver, but it’s equally important to take care of yourself in the process. You can maintain your peace, positivity, and well-being during this time with access to the right tools. Inside Forget Me Not: A Caregiver’s Guide to Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease, you will discover: ●the honest, effective strategies to navigate the new and challenging reality of caring for a loved one with early-onset Alzheimer’s ●how early-onset Alzheimer’s manifests in your loved one, the important expectations to have at every stage of the disease, and how to stay ten steps ahead of advancements ●the information and strategies to assist you in communicating effectively with medical, legal, and financial professionals through the process ●the essential practices to find your peace and maintain self-care during this difficult time …and more! Taking care of yourself during this time ensures you can best take care of your loved one while not losing yourself and experiencing burnout in the process. Visit www.torrifisher.com for more information on this author as well as other projects you may find of interest!
Drawing from the latest developments and approaches in Alzheimer's and dementia care, Forget Me Not has all the answers.
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