Demenz. Den richtigen Weg finden

This guide is aimed at relatives of people with dementia. Written with empathy, it provides all the essential information—from financial support and care to the mental health of relatives and friends. It offers recommendations for a new way of living on an interpersonal level, as well as answers to very practical questions. The focus is on communicating with one another and making the right decisions after the diagnosis. It aims to support the independence of the affected individual, enabling them to live in their own home for as long as possible. Together, it encourages a life-affirming approach to living and shaping daily life. One chapter is dedicated to conflicts and crises, addressing the appropriate way to handle aggression and behavioral changes in dementia patients. It also discusses the worries and fears of relatives and friends, as well as their coping with personal grief during the progressive stages of forgetfulness. Personal accounts from those affected, sharing their concerns and fears as well as happy resolutions, round out the content of this guide and provide encouragement.