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A guide for the caregiver  Discusses the rewards and challenges associated with caring for an older adult. Includes practical guidelines on building a support network, coping strategies, resource list and frequently asked questions. Link requires PDF reader. Source: Manitoba Seniors and Healthy Aging Secretariat Challenging behaviours  An introduction to challenging behaviours of people with Alzheimer disease, which can include wandering, restlessness, repeated actions, suspicion, inappropriate sexual behaviour, and aggression. Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada Caregiver support  Discusses the challenges facing those who care for Alzheimer patients. Provides strategies for daily living and coping with stress. Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada Assessing a long-term care facility  Provides a list of questions to consider when selecting a long-term care facility for a person with Alzheimer disease. Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada Assisting people living with Alzheimer disease  Suggests practical ways for relatives, friends and neighbours to support families affected by Alzheimer disease. Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada Balancing career and care  Examines trends and effects among those working Canadians aged 45 to 64 who provide eldercare. Looks at the impact on jobs, issues of work-life balance, caregiver stress, and effects on retirement decisions. Source: Statistics Canada From: Perspectives on labour and income Caregiver Network Inc. (CNI)  Consists of a resource centre created to help caregivers of the elderly and ill. Provides access to a newsletter, on-line expert advice and a bulletin board for caregiver discussions. Also describes a series of seminars and provides ordering information for a TV/video collection. Source: Caregiver Network Inc.(CNI) Caring for an elderly parent  Offers advice for those who provide care to their aging parent who is still living on their own. Source: Institut universitaire de gĂ©riatrie de MontrĂ©al From: Health promotion Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease? Take care of yourself too!  Lists common signs of stress among those who care for people with Alzheimer disease. Gives tips on how to reduce caregiver stress. Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada Daily living  Provides advice on practical aspects of caring for people with Alzheimer disease. Includes information on toileting, grooming, eating, and home safety. Source: Alzheimer Society of Canada
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