As an occupational therapist, I have worked with all ages, but over the course of my career I became passionate about caring for the elderly especially those with Alzheimer’s or dementia. I have compiled some of the most useful resources for caregivers and patients that I have posted over the last couple of years in one handy article.
Don’t forget The Occupational Therapy Toolkit includes 4 related treatment guides:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Early Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
- Mid Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
- Late Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
Enjoy!
Cheryl Hall, OT
Author and Illustrator
The Occupational Therapy Toolkit
Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Center
The Alzheimer’s Association
Information on caregiving for each stage of Alzheimer’s as well as tips for behavioral challenges.
Website
Home Safety for People with Alzheimer’s
National Institute on Aging
This 40-page booklet gives room-by-room suggestions for creating a safer space for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Available in English or Spanish.
PDF
Simplifying Tasks for the Person with Alzheimer’s
Video Caregiving
Simplifying tasks or breaking them into short steps helps those with Alzheimer’s.
Video
Caring for a Person with Alzheimer’s
National Institute on Aging
Caring for a Person with Alzheimer’s Disease- Your Easy-to-Use Guide is a comprehensive, 136-page handbook offering easy-to-understand information and advice for at-home caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease.
PDF
Activities for the Person with Alzheimer’s
Video Caregiving
Examples of some simple activities that can help fill the day of a person with Alzheimer’s.
Video
Understanding Memory Loss
National Institute on Aging
Learn the difference between mild forgetfulness and more serious memory problems in this 24-page booklet. Also discussed are various causes of memory problems and how to get help for serious memory loss. Available in English or Spanish.
PDF
A Guide to Hospital Visits
National Institute on Aging
A trip to the hospital with a person who has memory loss or dementia can be stressful for everyone. This brochure can relieve some of that stress by helping you prepare for both unexpected and planned hospital visits.
PDF
Safe Return
MedicAlert + Alzheimer’s Association
Safe Return is a fee-based service that provides 24-hour nationwide emergency response to help if someone with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia wanders or has a medical emergency.
Website
The 36-Hour Day
The 36-Hour Day: A Family Guide to Caring for Persons with Alzheimer Disease, Related Dementias and Memory Loss by Nancy L. Mace, Peter V. Rabins
Check your local library for a copy.
Goodreads Review
Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment
Living with Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Guide to Maximizing Brain Health and Reducing Risk of Dementia by Nicole D. Anderson, Kelly J. Murphy, Angela K. Troyer
Check your local library for a copy.
Goodreads Review
