Taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer's disease is not easy. In fact, it may even seem like a full-time job. You may need to learn new skills to cope with your loved one's needs. You may have to change your daily routine to make time for caregiving.
Involve as many family members as possible. Try to distribute caregiving tasks among several people to ease tension. If some family members live away from home, ask if the doctor can put them on speaker phone during the visit. This will help ease the burden on the primary caregiver.
Communication
Discover how to talk to your loved one and communicate to other family members.
Home Safety
Safeguard the home to prevent accidents.
Driving
Find out what to do when it's time for your loved one to stop driving.
Daily Activities/Tasks
Learn how to help your loved one with basic day-to-day activities.
Behavior Issues
Get tips for dealing with common problems like trouble sleeping, wandering, and agitation.
Quality Time
Spend your time together constructively.
Legal & Financial Concerns
Take steps now to protect your loved one's future.
Long-Distance Caregiving
You can still manage a loved one's care even if you don't live nearby.
- The ARICEPT welcome kit to help you get started.
- A series of helpful e-mails about taking ARICEPT and giving care.
- Telephone calls from experienced nurses.
- "It's important that you keep your family and friends aware of your needs as a caregiver. Let them know the best way they can help because many times they don't know how."
— Diane, ARICEPT nurse
ARICEPT® (donepezil HCl tablets) is indicated for the treatment of mild, moderate, and severe dementia of the Alzheimer's type.
Important Safety Information
ARICEPT is well tolerated but may not be for everyone. People at risk for stomach ulcers or who take certain other medicines should tell their doctors because serious stomach problems, such as bleeding, may get worse. Some people who take ARICEPT may experience fainting. Some people may have nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bruising, or not sleep well. Some people may have muscle cramps or loss of appetite or may feel tired. In studies these were usually mild and temporary. For full prescribing information, please visit Prescribing Information.
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