I know a song [electronic resource] : a journey with Alzheimer's Disease / by Brenda Siemer Scheider.

I know a song [electronic resource] : a journey with Alzheimer's Disease / by Brenda Siemer Scheider.

New York, NY : Filmakers Library, 2000.

English

This edition in English.

1 online resource (23 min.).

This artfully made documentary shows that Alzheimer's disease need not be the end of a loving relationship. Filmmaker Brenda King stood by her mother from her first lapse through her decline. During the six years she cared for her mother at home, Brenda kept an emotional rapport with her, accepting her increasing limitations. She adapted to the changing role of being a "parent" to her mother. Her mother is now in a nursing home, showing great physical and mental decline. Undeterred, Brenda reaches out to her by song and touch. Sometimes she gets a response, and sometimes not. But Brenda feels the bond of love continues between them. This upbeat film should be shown to caretakers of Alzheimer's patients, both professionals and families.

Originally released as DVD.
Title from resource description page (viewed May 24, 2011).

For College; Adult audiences.

First Prize, Geriatrics, American Journal of Nursing, 1988
National Council on Aging, 1988

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