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Alzheimer's Disease Bibliography


The materials listed below are available to Indiana residents from the Center for Disability Information and Referral (CeDIR), Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, Indiana's University Center for Excellence on Disabilities, 2853 E. Tenth Street, Bloomington, IN 47408-2696, 800/437-7924 (toll free in Indiana; voice/TT), 812/855-9396 (Bloomington; voice/TT).


Books


Bell, V. (2002). A dignified life: The best friends approach to Alzheimer's care: a guide for family caregivers. Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communication (Call Number: 40.9 .B45)

Bowlby Sifton, C. (2004). Navigating the Alzheimer's journey: a compass for caregiving. Baltimore: Health Professions Press. (Call Number: 40.9 .S54)

Broyles, J. Frank (2006). Coach Broyles' playbook for Alzheimer's caregivers: A practicle tips guide. Fayetteville, AR : University of Arkansas. (Call Number: 40.9 .B7)

Coste, J.K. (2003). Learning to speak Alzheimer's : a groundbreaking approach for everyone dealing with the disease. Boston: Houghton Mifflin. (Call Number: 40.9 .C67)

DeBaggio, T. (2003). Losing my mind: an intimate look at life with Alzheimer's. New York: Free Press.(Call Number: 20.9 .D41)

Kuhn, D. (2003). Alzheimer's early stages: first steps for families, friends and caregivers, 2nd ed. Alameda, CA: Hunter House Publishers. (Call Number: 40.9 .K84)

Peterson, B. (2004). Voices of Alzheimer's: courage, humor, hope, and love in the face of dementia. Cambridge, MA: Da Capo Life Long. (Call Number: 20.9 .P47)

Schnurbush, B. (2007). Striped shirts and flowered pants: a story about Alzheimer's disease for young children. Washington, D.C.: Magination Press. (Call Number: 6 .S3)

Tame, A.C. (2005). ABC's of activities for Alzheimer's: therapeutic activities that work for persons with dementia. Victoria, B.C.: Trafford. (Call Number: 40.9 .T3)

Vaughn, J.E. (2009). The Alzheimer's advisor: a caregiver's guide to dealing with the tough legal and practical issues. New York, NY: American Management Association. (Call Number: 40.9 .J3)

Zeisel, J. (2009). I'm still here: a breakthrough approach to understanding someone living with Alzheimer's. New York: Avery. (Call Number: 40.9 .Z4)


Videos


Cambridge Educational (2006). Alzheimer's [videorecording]: the long goodbye. Lawrenceville, NJ: Cambridge Educational. (Call Number: 20.9 .A4)


Websites


Alzheimer's Association
http://www.alz.org/index.asp
The Alzheimer's Association website provides general information about Alzheimer's, including warning signs, diagnosis, treatment, and research, as well as more specific information pertinent to groups at high risk for this disease, including African-Americans and Latinos. The site's "About Us" page offers the following resources: a 24-hour, toll-free helpline, an online community, information concerning the Alzheimer's Association Green-Field Library in Chicago, Illinois, a link to their journal, Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association, and details relevant to the Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk. The text on this website is available in both Chinese and English.

Alzheimer's Disease Education & Referral Center
http://www.nia.nih.gov/Alzheimers/
The latest news, events, and publications relevant to Alzheimer's disease are available at the Alzheimer's Disease Education & Referral Center's website. It offers information about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, along with a list of resources for Alzheimer's literature, advice for caregivers, and clinical trials. The Alzheimer's Disease Education & Referral Center is part of the National Institute on Aging.

Mayo Clinic on Alzheimer's Disease
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/alzheimers-disease/DS00161
On its Alzheimer's page, the Mayo Clinic defines the disease and its causes, risk factors, diagnosis, complications, treatments, prevention, and the ways in which one may cope with this condition. One unique feature of the site is its "Ask a Specialist" link, which allows users to view common Alzheimer's questions that are answered by professionals. The site also offers access to a number of media resources, including slide shows, blogs, podcasts, and videos.