Saturday, January 24, 2009

Book Release: I'M STILL HERE by John Zeisel, Ph.D.

I am writing to let you know about an important book released just last week – I’M STILL HERE by John Zeisel, Ph.D..

Alzheimer’s disease cannot be cured, but it can be treated. People with Alzheimer’s can live a long and fruitful life but the approach to treatment of the disease and the patient must be reexamined and reevaluated. In I’m Still Here, Dr. John Zeisel explores the Alzheimer’s mind and how those who care for it can understand its intricacies.

For the last 15 years, John Zeisel, PhD, has spearheaded a movement that pushes a radical new Alzheimer’s treatment—embracing it. Following his success at creating care centers focused on acknowledging the challenges faced by the Alzheimer brain, Zeisel developed a unique treatment philosophy based on the emotional self. Through specific features, he emphasized the senses and stimulated the altering Alzheimer’s brain. These included:

· Walking paths
· Different areas with distinct furniture and appearances
· Shared spaces to promote communication amongst residents
· Gardens to inspire and increase a feeling of freedom

I’m Still Here (and its underlying approach) acknowledges that the Alzheimer’s mind is a working, thriving, and creative mind. By understanding that the Alzheimer’s brain can still learn and process information, caregivers can react with a person with Alzheimer’s as a functioning being. Zeisel stresses a course of action based on nonpharmacological treatments that can emphasize how parts of the brain function differently.

Over 5 million American’s are living with Alzheimer’s. But that does not mean they are not functioning. I’m Still Here is an antidote to the fear-mongering that is typically related to Alzheimer’s. This disease may not be curable but it is treatable.


“I’m Still Here is a startling, uncompromising, and deeply compassionate look at how we care for people living with Alzheimer’s. It overflows with inside, practical advice, inspiration, and hope.”
– David Hyde Pierce, actor and Alzheimer’s advocate

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