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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 situations that may prompt unintentional abuse, includes risk factors, and signs of abuse. It also discusses how a family member can protect elder loved ones from abuse.

Source: Caring.com.
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/

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 things a caregiver may feel during those stages or what one may notice.

Source: Caring.com, 2023.
https://www.caring.com/caregivers/

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 of the medications. Links to relevant resources are included.

Source: Alzheimer's Association.
https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/treatments

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 evaluation for contributing factors, and non-drug approaches. Links to relevant resources are included.

Source: Alzheimer's Association.
https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/treatments

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 symptoms, tips to prevent agitation, and helpful hints during an episode of agitation.

Source: Alzheimer's Association, 2021.
https://www.alz.org/

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 resources are included. This webpage can be translated into Spanish.

Source: Alzheimer's Association.
https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/stages-behaviors

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 person with dementia live well, practicing self-care, and becoming empowered with information and resources. Links to relevant resources are included. This webpage can be translated into Spanish.

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 relevant resources are included. This webpage can be translated into Spanish.

Source: Alzheimer's Association.
https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/stages-behaviors

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 body health, infections and pneumonia, and pain and illness. Links to relevant resources are included. This webpage can be translated into Spanish.

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 decisions, resolving family conflicts, arranging for a brain autopsy, and terms you should know. Support resources are included.

Source: Alzheimer's Association, 2016.
https://www.alz.org/