The Alzheimer's Advisor: A Caregiver's Guide to Dealing with the Tough Legal and Practical Issues
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.94 (666 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0814409245 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 320 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-03-18 |
| Language | : | English |
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Great Help To My Staff Renee J. Wood This is a great book. It is an easy read and I read it in one night. I then gave it to my staff members and asked them to read it. They tell me they are so happy to have something like thatIt helps them understand better what functions I perform as an Elder Law Attorney. I am planning on purchasing another copy to put in my l. Easy reading 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.. "A fine health library addition" according to Midwest Book Review. 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
As a professor and attorney, he has taught about the legal aspects of the disease and has had several clients who have been in the early stages of Alzheimer’s. Vaughn E. He also has personal experience in caring for family members with the disease. . James (Lubbock, TX) is Professor of Law at Texas Tech University School of Law
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 guardian--ship - 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.. 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 Alzheime
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. The organized layout of the book makes it seem light and quick to get through. “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 resp