The best friends approach to Alzheimer's care
By: Virginia Bell and David Troxel.
Contributors: Troxel, David.
Publisher: Health Professions Press
Published: 1997
Place of publication: Baltimore, Md
Language: eng
Number of pages: 250
Subjects: Alzheimer's disease -- Patients -- Long-term care
Description: The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer's Care shows how easily you can make a difference in the life of a family member or client in your care. Here's the help you've been looking for: families will gain a renewed sense of hope, nursing facility staff will find simple applications for resident care, adult day center staff can enrich programming and attract more volunteers, and individuals with emerging Alzheimer's disease will gain valuable insights.

Learn new ways to solve problems, encourage positive behavior, and improve communications. Make every day consistently reassuring, enjoyable, and secure.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 221-223) and index.