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Alzheimers New Zealand produces information sheets, brochures and booklets for people with dementia, their carers and families. To receive any of the resources listed below contact your local Alzheimers member organisation or email nationaloffice@alzheimers.org.nz. You may also use our resource orderform.

Information Sheets

Alzheimers New Zealand produces information sheets covering a variety of different topics.

To read or print these information sheets you will need Acrobat Reader. Most computers already have this program installed. If you don't have it, you can download a free copy from the Adobe web site.

Brochure on Residential Care for People with Dementia
This brochure is for people with dementia, their carers and families and explains briefly what is involved in planning for and managing a move to long-term residential care.
This leaflet is free from Alzheimers New Zealand National Office and Alzheimers member organisations or can be downloaded here (pdf 650 Kilobytes).

Detailed booklet on Residential Care for People with Dementia
This detailed booklet expands on a number of the areas outlined in the Brochure on Residential Care for People with Dementia. Topics covered in the booklet include: accessing long-term residential care, choosing a home, financial and legal issues and ongoing caring. This is a valuable resource for people with dementia, their carers and families who are considering long-term residential care.
This booklet is free from Alzheimers New Zealand National Office and Alzheimers member organisations or can be downloaded here (600 Kilobytes).

The Dementia Booklet
This booklet is for caregivers and family of those affected by dementia. It covers a number of topics including what is dementia, care practices, coping strategies and relief services.
It is available from Alzheimers New Zealand National Office and all member organisations at a cost of $5.

Just for You booklet
This booklet is for the person diagnosed with dementia and covers key areas that the person with dementia might be worrying about. It can be purchased for $5 from Alzheimers New Zealand National Office or any Alzheimers member organisation. It can also be downloaded here (PDF - 350kb.).

Personal Care booklet
This book is about the person with dementia, written by a close family member. It covers areas such as personal history, interests and medical information and allows the person with dementia to be cared for by people other than yourself when required. The new carer is able to use this book to gain a better understanding of the person with dementia, and will glean conversation topics to help put the person at ease.
This book can be purchased from Alzheimers New Zealand National Office or any Alzheimers member organisation for $8.00.

What is Dementia?
This brochure is available in English and gives a brief introduction into what dementia is, the common symptoms of dementia and what should be done if you are concerned about someone you know.
This brochure is free from Alzheimers New Zealand National Office and Alzheimers Member Organisations or can be downloaded here (612 Kb.).

Dementia Rack card
The dementia rack cards are available in Maori, Samoan and Tongan. The cards briefly explain what dementia is, who it affects and where you can go for more help.
This card is free from Alzheimers New Zealand National Office and Alzheimers Member Organisations.

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