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By: Elizabeth Landsverk MD
Like a What to Expect When You're Expecting for dementia, Living in the Moment is a thoughtful, straightforward guide, for caregivers and patients alike, to understanding Alzheimer’s and other brain diseases, and navigating what to do next. Renowned geriatrician Dr. Elizabeth Landsverk knows that standard medical approaches don't always work and sometimes cause more problems than they solve. Here she offers the tools for making the best decisions, providing a path for patients to live a healthy and full life with dementia.
A loved one’s dementia diagnosis can leave you feeling scared and overwhelmed. But you are not alone. Dr. Elizabeth Landsverk, founder of ElderConsult Geriatric Medicine, has led thousands of patients through an initial brain disease diagnosis, equipping them with the necessary preparatory knowledge, tools, and support to help them live happy and engaged lives. She shares her expertise in this essential reference that offers compassionate explanations, advice, and clarity through an often confusing and challenging new landscape.
With concise, easy-to-read information, here is everything you need to know about caring for your loved one and making their life the best possible, starting now. You’ll learn:
Dr. Landsverk demystifies the ins and outs of dementia, making sure you and your loved one will be ready to address whatever develops and maintain quality of life. Living in the Moment will transform how you think about dementia, providing comfort and support for the best life possible—at any stage.
Like a What to Expect When You're Expecting for dementia, Living in the Moment is a thoughtful, straightforward guide, for caregivers and patients alike, to understanding Alzheimer’s and other brain diseases, and navigating what to do next. Renowned geriatrician Dr. Elizabeth Landsverk knows that standard medical approaches don't always work and sometimes cause more problems than they solve. Here she offers the tools for making the best decisions, providing a path for patients to live a healthy and full life with dementia.
A loved one’s dementia diagnosis can leave you feeling scared and overwhelmed. But you are not alone. Dr. Elizabeth Landsverk, founder of ElderConsult Geriatric Medicine, has led thousands of patients through an initial brain disease diagnosis, equipping them with the necessary preparatory knowledge, tools, and support to help them live happy and engaged lives. She shares her expertise in this essential reference that offers compassionate explanations, advice, and clarity through an often confusing and challenging new landscape.
With concise, easy-to-read information, here is everything you need to know about caring for your loved one and making their life the best possible, starting now. You’ll learn:
- How to recognize the earliest dementia changes
- How to create a plan of action for today—and tomorrow—that will help to monitor and advocate for your loved one
- Innovative new activities and holistic interventions that can slow the progression of dementia
- Comprehensive information on both prescription and OTC medications that can help or hurt dementia patients
- How to deal with day-to-day challenges, from staying mobile to relieving pain and calming agitation and aggression without resorting to sedation
- How to protect against elder abuse and keep your vulnerable loved one safe and secure—both physically and financially
- How and where to get help, including online support groups, home health care agencies, care managers, neuropsychologists, communities and day programs for people with dementia, and government agencies
- Tips for a long-range plan that considers home care, assisted living, and hospice
Dr. Landsverk demystifies the ins and outs of dementia, making sure you and your loved one will be ready to address whatever develops and maintain quality of life. Living in the Moment will transform how you think about dementia, providing comfort and support for the best life possible—at any stage.
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