Book on Alzheimer's and Dementia Alzheimer's and Dementia

A Practical and Legal Guide for Nevada Caregivers

For the first time, Nevada patients and their caregivers have a comprehensive guide that addresses these problems from the specific perspective of Nevada resources and Nevada law. Here Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias are described in clear laymen’s terms, with advice on finding the right physician and on dealing with a diagnosis. Here too is information about the legal and financial steps that patients and their families can take to protect themselves and their assets, pay for the costs of long-term care, provide advance directives for health care, and arrange for helping someone afflicted with one of the geriatric dementias, dealing with such matters as eating, personal hygiene, medication management, emotional changes, and communication. There is also information about locating support groups, nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, and other resources in each section of the state, as well as examples of pertinent legal forms consistent with Nevada law.

Mary Shapiro is a gerontologist, trainer and president of Senior Direction, LLC. a geriatric care management Co. Ms Shapiro may be reached at 702 369-9372.  EMAIL:  Mary Shapiro MSG

Kim Boyer is a certified elder-law attorney who practices in the areas of elder law, estate planning, guardianship, and Probate.

Their book is available at Barnes & Noble Books, University of Nevada Press, Amazon.com, and Kindle Books

 
   
 

Book on Alzheimer's and Dementia The Essential Eldercare Handbook
for Nevada

A comprehensive guide for seniors and their families.

The senior years can be daunting, for spouses, children, other caregivers, and seniors themselves. Too often a sudden crisis leaves a family unprepared and feeling helpless. Chronic illnesses and limited funds can present difficult and emotional choices regarding care or housing. From state to state, rules and resources vary.

Boyer and Shapiro provide Nevada-specific information on the wide range of problems that arise during the elder years. This guide Nevada residents plan for their own senior years and take care parents, spouses, and other loved ones. Their guide includes:

  • Up-to-date information on the Affordable Care Act, Medicaid and Medicare
  • Hard-to-find information for veterans and their families
  • Suggested ways to protect financial assets and legal rights
  • Appendix with "Community Resource Guide for Nevada and "Guide for a Family Meeting"

Mary Shapiro is a gerontologist, trainer and president of Senior Direction, LLC. a geriatric care management Co. Ms Shapiro may be reached at 702 369-9372.  EMAIL:  Mary Shapiro MSG

Kim Boyer is a certified elder-law attorney who practices in the areas of elder law, estate planning, guardianship, and Probate.

Their book is available at Barnes & Noble Books, University of Nevada Press, Amazon.com, and at Kindle Books