Dementia is becoming a major problem for all wester societies including Australia. Around 165,000 Australians had a diagnosis of dementia with almost 20,000 new cases diagnosed every year and as the population ages that number will increase significantly.
'Living with Alzheimer's and Other Dementias' covers all needs relating to 'After the Diagnosis':
- Making the Diagnosis
- Information and Support
- Medications -- Accommodation
- Driving
- Everyday Care
- Finances
- Medication and Health
- Memory and Language Aids
- Coming to Terms with the Diagnosis
- Behavioural Change
- Looking After Yourself
- Key Resources -- Accommodation and Respite
- Legal Planning etc...
