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Reading, Engaging, and Communicating with an Alzheimer's Patient (Podcast)

on September 14, 2010

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By Bob DeMarco

Take the extra step. Walk the extra yard. Engage. Keep on living.

Don’t be afraid to try things. Do things that you have always done together. Don’t let anyone discourage you or get in your way.

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Bob DeMarco is the editor of the Alzheimer's Reading Room and an Alzheimer's caregiver.

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