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Can We Talk? – Tips for conversing with persons with dementia
Give Your Memory a Hand – You have nothing to lose and everything to gain
Give Your Memory Another Hand – More everyday tips to improving your memory
Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s – an instructional DVD and Webcast An engaging video that provides caregivers with the tools and methods to best take care of their loved one with Alzheimer’s disease.

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“Susie and Me Days: Joy in the Shadow of Dementia,” authored by Susan L. Garbett.

Ms. Susan L. Garbett has written a very moving and inspiring account of her relationship with her father as they both struggle with his advancing Alzheimer’s disease. Her book highlights their experiences at Copper Ridge and includes practical advice for families and loved ones. For more information, go to www.susieandmedays.com.

The following Podcasts are currently available:

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease

Presenter:	Meryl Comer
Summary:	Meryl Comer has published articles and spoken on behalf of caregivers as well as assisting with philanthropic activities to help advance research in the field of Alzheimer’s disease. She has been caring for her husband, an acclaimed researcher and clinician who developed early onset Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 58. Meryl is sharing her thoughts and entries in her journal to equip caregivers with the information and insights that can better prepare for the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This Podcast is one of two that have been sponsored by a grant from Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. We wish to thank Meryl Comer for sharing her personal insights in caring for her husband and it is our sincere hope that these words of strength, compassion and experience will provide tools to enhance our ability to care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. We also want to thank the sponsor of this program, Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Presenter:

Meryl Comer

Summary:

Meryl Comer has published articles and spoken on behalf of caregivers as well as assisting with philanthropic activities to help advance research in the field of Alzheimer’s disease. She has been caring for her husband, an acclaimed researcher and clinician who developed early onset Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 58. Meryl is sharing her thoughts and entries in her journal to equip caregivers with the information and insights that can better prepare for the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This Podcast is one of two that have been sponsored by a grant from Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

We wish to thank Meryl Comer for sharing her personal insights in caring for her husband and it is our sincere hope that these words of strength, compassion and experience will provide tools to enhance our ability to care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. We also want to thank the sponsor of this program, Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Duration	Size	Download	Transcript	Play
0:23:21	6.9 MB

Social and Cultural Insights into the Diagnosis and Treatment of Alzheimer’s disease

Presenter:	Jesse Ballenger
Summary:	Jesse Ballenger has recently published a book titled, Self, Senility and Alzheimer’s Disease in Modern America. Dr. Ballenger is assistant professor at Pennsylvania State University in the Science, Technology and Society program. He is a historian of science, medicine, and technology, whose research and teaching interests include the social and cultural history of biomedical science, biomedical research policy, the neurosciences, and aging. This Podcast is one of two that have been sponsored by a grant from Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc. We wish to thank Dr. Ballenger for his insights into the history and underpinnings of our current views regarding the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. We also want to thank the sponsor of this program, Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Presenter:

Jesse Ballenger

Summary:

Jesse Ballenger has recently published a book titled, Self, Senility and Alzheimer’s Disease in Modern America. Dr. Ballenger is assistant professor at Pennsylvania State University in the Science, Technology and Society program. He is a historian of science, medicine, and technology, whose research and teaching interests include the social and cultural history of biomedical science, biomedical research policy, the neurosciences, and aging. This Podcast is one of two that have been sponsored by a grant from Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

We wish to thank Dr. Ballenger for his insights into the history and underpinnings of our current views regarding the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. We also want to thank the sponsor of this program, Elan Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Duration	Size	Download	Transcript	Play
0:13:43	12.5 MB

Caregiving from a Daughter’s Perspective

Presenter:	Susan, Caregiver
Summary:	Susan cared for her father who had Alzheimer’s disease. Susan shares her perspectives on what worked and didn’t work regarding the care of her father. She also offers insights into resources and future issues involving Alzheimer’s care.

Duration	Size	Download	Transcript	Play
0:17:17	6.9 MB

Caregiving from a Son’s Perspective

Presenter:	Archie, Caregiver
Summary:	Archie cared for his father who had Alzheimer’s disease. Archie shares his perspectives on what worked and didn’t work regarding the care of his father. He also offers insights into resources and future issues involving Alzheimer’s care.

Duration	Size	Download	Transcript	Play
0:19:36	7.9 MB

Caregiving and Psychological Issues

Presenter:	Peter V. Rabins, MD
Summary:	This program speaks about the different symptoms and stages associated with Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, the program features a discussion of best practices associated with caring for an individual during the course of the disease.

Duration	Size	Download	Transcript	Play
0:27:38	12.9 MB

Workplace Issues for Caregivers

Presenter:	Donna L. Wagner, PhD
Summary:	This program provides key insights into the challenges that caregivers face in providing care to patients with Alzheimer’s disease while maintaining employment. Available support programs, resources and importance of connecting with the community of caregivers are all provided during the program.

Duration	Size	Download	Transcript	Play
0:30:10	14.1 MB

Overview of Alzheimer’s disease

Presenter:	Constantine G. Lyketsos, MD, MHS, FAPM, DFAPA
Summary:	The program provides insight into the current understanding of the disease processes underlying Alzheimer’s disease; namely, recent advances in genetic markers, risk factors and lifestyle as risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease, and the medications and potential therapies to prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

Duration	Size	Download	Transcript	Play
0:30:02	14.1 MB

Home and Institutional Care

Presenter:	Elizabeth M. Galik, RN, MSN, CRNP
Summary:	The program provides insight into the process of evaluating the most appropriate environment for caregiving (home, daycare, institutional) as well as daily survival tips on caregiving.

Duration	Size	Download	Transcript	Play
0:52:07	24.4 MB