Caring For Someone With Mid To Late Stage Alzheimer's Disease

Communication Series Volume 5

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can be very challenging. As the disease progresses, different areas of the brain are affected. People with mid to late stage Alzheimer’s may have difficulty expressing their needs in words, may be less able to reason and may be unaware of what is socially appropriate. This program explores some typical issues that occur in the mid to late stages of Alzheimer’s disease. It will help you to find solutions that can be applied to your own caregiving situation.

Topics include:

• Physiological and behavioral changes that occur in mid to late stages
• Core principles in Alzheimer’s care
• Activities
• Tolerance levels
• Naps
• Balancing the day
• Repetitive calling out
• Sexuality and intimacy
• Pain management
• Incontinence and toileting
• Flexibility and humor: keys to caregiver well-being

Length: 43 minutes