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Alzheimer's and dementia don't just change your loved one's life-they change yours. If you're overwhelmed, exhausted, and trying to ""figure it out as you go,"" this guide is written for you. Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregiver Survival Guide is a practical, compassionate roadmap for families who want clear guidance, calmer days, and sustainable caregiving-without guilt, confusion, or constant crisis mode. You'll learn what's happening, what to do next, and how to protect your loved one's dignity and your own health. Inside, you'll find: The essentials of dementia & Alzheimer's-what it is (and isn't), types of dementia, and what symptoms really mean The first steps after diagnosis-how to talk to your loved one, involve family, and build a care team Day-to-day caregiving strategies that work in real life-routines, communication, hygiene, meals, sleep, and medication organization How to handle the hardest moments-agitation, sundowning, repetition, wandering, paranoia, hallucinations, and ""I want to go home"" Home safety made practical-fall prevention, bathroom/bedroom/kitchen safety, simple technology tools, and emergency planning The caregiver survival section-burnout signs, guilt and resentment, realistic self-care, and how to accept help without feeling like a failure Planning for progression and transitions-care options, advocacy, end-of-life considerations, and maintaining your identity throughout the journey This isn't a ""perfect caregiver"" fantasy. It's a steady, supportive guide designed for the Tuesday afternoons, the difficult evenings, and the long stretches in between-so you can feel more confident, prepared, and less alone. If you're caring for a parent, spouse, family member, or close friend-this guide will help you take the next step with clarity and strength.

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