"Thank you so much for recommending 'What You Need to Know' at http://oocities.com/caregiving4alz. Once you've taken care of someone with AD, you can't read that and not relate."
From the Internet 2-3-04

"Congratulations! I couldn't wait for it to hit Amazon (but I'm so glad it did!) I'm about ¾ thru this wonderful book, and I have to say…it's easy to read, info galore, so many resources! Thanks so much, what a labor of love!"
From the Internet 2-7-04

"When the Doctor Says, "Alzheimer's" - Your Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's & Dementia" is going to join my other 'survival guides', the "36-Hour Day," and "Elder Rage" - it's THAT good. Blessed be."
From the Internet 2-7-04

"Congratulations on your book! It came out really well and I am sure it will be of tremendous value to its readers. Congratulations on completing an effort that helps make sense out of a disastrous life experience. You are an inspiration to all of us in this field."
Jeffrey L. Cummings, M.D., Director, UCLA Alzheimer's Disease Center
2-12-04

"I look forward to reading your book. It is unfortunate, but good that Alz & dementias in general are getting more press - the more information out there for others starting out on this journey the better. Now if we can only get beyond the end of the journey, and share that there is (with the latest meds) a valuable life available during the journey, and invaluable information available for both carepartners. Reading more about your present life, sounds like you are the typical 'caregiver' - now helping to oversee the young people's life within your home - you have given, and have so very much wisdom to share and give. God bless you my friend!"
From the Internet 2-12-04

"This book is a must! When the Doctor Says, "Alzheimer's" by Betty Weiss is an invaluable resource. In 20 years of practicing medicine, I've not seen a better single resource for helping patients and their caregivers. Not just for typical "Alzheimer's" Betty Weiss' book will be helpful for caregivers of patients with any loss of independence or loss of cognitive skills.

I will be providing it or recommending it to the caregivers and families of all my patients who are losing their independence from cognitive or other disorders.

The style is direct, respectful and practical while the content is encyclopedic. This book will be of tremendous comfort to its readers. I cannot thank the author enough."
Robert Mullen, M.D., Portland, Oregon
From Amazon.com 2-18-04

"I can't wait to get it. I just bought it on Amazon."
From the Internet 2-26-04

"Congratulations on your book, and the success that is starting to come your way. Your comments here on the board are always appreciated and very insightful. Thanks for staying in touch, wishing you much success."
From the Internet 2-26-04

"Even though we do not see or hear the people in these forms, we do get a sense of who they are by the way they write. To me, your writing is peaceful. Yes, it is clean and concise and all those wonderful things, but peaceful is the word that describes it best, for me. It is quite special. Thank you."
From the Internet 2-27-04

"I am so appreciative that you turned your sad, terrible journey into tangible help for those of us who are now going thru a similar journey.

I hope you have some idea how many people you've reached out and touched---and helped---and made to feel they're not so alone and there is some help. Blessed be."
From the Internet 2-28-04

"A Must-Have Caregiver's Guide. This is a wonderful resource for anyone caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease or any other dementing illness.

It is extremely easy to read - the reader does not have to keep a medical dictionary on hand to understand it. It is written by an author with extraordinary empathy and compassion for both caregivers and those affected by dementing diseases.

Betty has included an incredible amount and variety of resources; her research is incredible! It seems like there's at least one resource for every facet of dementing diseases, and usually quite a bit more. The practical suggestions are extremely helpful, most are very simple and easy to accomplish, and make quite a difference in the quality of life for both caregiver and affected loved one.

As a caregiver, I must recommend this book to anyone who is in any way interested in information, help, resources, or just plain support, whether they're just interested in the subject, or dealing in any way with a person who's in the process of Alzheimer's or other dementia.

I've already read the books that set the 'standard' for Alzheimer's/dementia caregiving and information, and this book should quickly join their ranks. Caregivers, you need this book - I can guarantee you will find many things to help you and your loved one."
From Amazon.com 2-28-04

"Congratulations to Betty Weiss on the publication of her amazing book, "When the Doctor Says, 'Alzheimer's': Your Caregiver's Guide to Alzheimer's and Dementia". I couldn't put this book down due to its well-written, compellingly interesting, and informative text. I strongly recommend it!"
From the Internet 4-04

"A Must-Have Caregiver's Guide. When the Doctor Says, Alzheimer's is a marvelous resource for caregivers in the thick of it and especially great for those just starting the confusing journey. Betty sorts it all out for you. She's been there, and she includes a wealth of valuable information in an easy-to-read style. I HIGHLY recommend it. Jacqueline Marcell, Author of Elder Rage."
From Amazon.com 4-5-04

"A Powerful Resource of Alzheimer's 'How To' do and feel. This book was very helpful. My mother is 84 and has dementia, bordering on Alzheimer's. The presentation is direct and strong, yet personal and tender. It is full of references, web sites--and insights, including unusual examples of the author's heartfelt and long-running experience with this unforgiving 'life-force thief' of a loved one. I would, and have, recommended this powerful book to many people already. Thank you, Betty Weiss, for this mixture of emotions (and your life)--and for making some sense of the loss we are feeling.
Diane Ake, Daughter of one who used to be so intellegent--and fun loving."
From Amazon.com 5-5-04

"I got your book and read it. It was wonderful, informative and heartbreaking."
From the Internet 7-28-04