When Alzheimer’s strikes most families don’t know where to look for help, or what to do….. Yesterday I posted How Would You Answer This Question? Following a thorough physical and neurological examination, our mother was diagnosed as being in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. My siblings and I are starting to talk about future care and what actions we should be taking to keep her safe. Unfortunately we are clueless and don’t even know where to start. Our father died very suddenly years ago, so we never dealt with any care plan issues with him. Can you give us some direction? By Carole B. Larkin Alzheimer’s Reading Room The answer — GET EDUCATED — the sooner the better. There are two ways to get educated: Teach Yourself Call the local Alzheimer’s Association – they will send you information and direct you to support groups. FREE. Call the Area Agency on Aging for the names of other eldercare agencies that will give you information. FREE Buy Books. Type in Alzheimer’s at Amazon.com or go to a bookstore. Not FREE but CHEAP. Talk with your friends, fellow church members, anyone you see at the Neurologist’s office to see what their experiences are. Go online – Start here and read articles from here and other Alzheimer’s sources

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