New Book Offers Guidance for Families Navigating Alzheimers Diagnosis

A new book is shedding light on the challenges of Alzheimers disease and dementia, offering families practical tools to navigate the complexities of care.

“Truth, Lies & Alzheimers: Its Secret Faces,” co-authored by behavioral expert Lisa Skinner and Douglas W. Collins, provides insights into the realities of cognitive decline and strategies for managing its impact. The book, published by Lisa Skinner Productions, features a foreword by Dr. Anand Srivastava, a leader in regenerative medicine.

With more than 20 years of experience in senior care, Skinner has worked as a community counselor and regional director of senior care facilities, helping thousands of families find the best care options for their loved ones. She holds an Administrators License through the California Department of Social Services and has dedicated her career to training, advising, and speaking on the complexities of brain disease.

Drawing from her extensive background, Skinners book aims to clarify misconceptions — including how to differentiate between normal aging, cognitive impairment, and dementia. The book also offers proactive steps families can take when a loved one is diagnosed and discusses how family dynamics play a critical role in managing care.

Among the topics covered are how to minimize the risk of developing Alzheimers, common myths surrounding the disease, and how Alzheimer’s care has changed in recent years — particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic.