The Dementia Caregiver's Little Book of Hope

Revised and expanded for 2013, Karen Truman, PhD addresses issues important to all caregivers. 1. How and why to get a proper diagnosis. (The primary care doctor may not have all the right tools). 2. What legal and financial preparations are necessary? (You really need an Elder Law Attorney). 3. The best way to obtain Veteran benefit information. (It may not be through the local VA hospital). 4. Original Medicare vs. Advantage Plan? (Pay now or pay a lot more later). 5. Top 10 Medicaid mistakes. (One gift could end up costing you thousands of dollars). 6. Effective ways to deal with burnout. (Who can I ask to get help?) 7. Reduce your risk for Alzheimer s. (What you eat is just one component in prevention). In addition, Dr. Truman provides resources and information for guidance and direction on your caregiving journey. This book is listed as an Alzheimer s resource with the National Institute of Health (NIH).