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Dementia Beyond Drugs
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Dementia Beyond Drugs is a very interesting read. Dr. G. Allen Power challenges us to change the way care is provided to our elderly loved-ones afflicted with dementia. Dr. Power presents a model of care that will enable us to create a world in which even people with advanced dementia can experience well-being and growth, with little or no medication.

When I first starting reading the book, I was skeptical of Dr. Power's experiential model of care for people who live with dementia. However, I was pleasantly surprised to find numerous, practical ways to improve care of dementia patients in a residential setting or at home. In fact, his advice is beneficial to anyone caring for an elder.

Too often we reduce our loved-one to a "diagnosis" rather than trying to understand their experience of dementia. Dr. Power's book is a must read for everyone whose life or career has been touched by dementia. He encourages and teaches us how to grow as partners in creating a better life for all involved

ISBN: 978-1-932529-56-2

For ordering information, please contact the publisher at www.healthpropress.com.

Please note: The publisher, Health Professions Press, sent me a complimentary review copy of this book.

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Medical Proxy
Q:  What is the difference between a medical proxy and a health care agent?
— Leigh, Port Huron, MI
A:  A health care agent is someone the individual has selected. A medical proxy is chosen by agreement of a family, or close friend. A medical proxy should be someone who has a close relationship with the patient and who knows that person's medical wishes. 

If family and friends cannot decide who medical proxy should be, or if they disagree with a proxy's decision, they can object and petition the court to request guardianship. This is a good reason everyone should have a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, so your advocate is already designated.

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