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This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center describes the different kinds of elder abuse (physical, sexual, verbal, financial, and emotional) and elder identity theft, and why older adults are suceptible to malicious abuse. It discusses caregiver...
This web page from the Caregiver Resource Center discusses how families can plan for end-of-life care. It describes how to have a "good death" as well as the process of saying goodbye and grieving. Finally, it provides the stages of grief along with...
This webpage from the Alzheimer's Association describes the medications that may help lessen symptoms of Alzheimer's disease (AD). It discusses the types of drugs used, medications used at each stage of AD, how the medications work, and side effects...
This webpage from the Alzheimer's Association describes treatments for changes in behavior caused by Alzheimer's disease. It discusses common changes in behavior, coping tips, medications for behavioral symptoms, triggering situations, medical...
This document from the Alzheimer's Association describes dementia-related behaviors, a large group of symptoms associated with Alzheimer's disease. It discusses the potential causes for behavioral and psychiatric symptoms, treatments for these...
This web page from the Alzheimer's Association discusses the causes of sleep problems and sundowning in people with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. It also inlcudes coping strategies for caregivers to address these issues. Links to relevant...
This web page from the Alzheimer's Association describes caregiving during the early stage of Alzheimer's disease. It discusses the caregiver's role as a care partner, finding a new balance, maximizing independence, understanding emotions, helping the...
This web page from the Alzheimer's Association describes caregiving during the middle stage of Alzheimer's disease. It discusses what to expect, your role as a caregiver, and middle-stage concerns. Quick tips from other caregivers and links to...
This web page from the Alzheimer's Association describes caregiving during the late stage of Alzheimer's disease. It discusses what to expect, your role as a caregiver, late-stage care options, foods and fluids, bowel and bladder function, skin and...
This handout from the Alzheimer's Association aims to prepare families of persons living with Alzheimer's disease for making end-of-life decisions. Handout sections include honoring the person's wishes, understanding treatment options, making informed...
The Age-Friendly Care and Education Collection is part of
Minnesota Northstar GWEP,
supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program of
the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Award No. U1QHP33076, the University of Minnesota Office of Academic
Clinical Affairs, and the Otto Bremer Trust.