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Books offer advice for people living with illness, and their caregivers

Most of us know a version of the saying that while we are busy planning our lives, life happens. We’re aware, at least as we mature, that our Plan A hasn’t happened and likely won’t. A version of Plan B may be happening, but again, it’s likely that even Plan B is different than what we thought it could be. That’s why... Read moreChevron
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Putting on Your "Thinking Hat" While Making Decisions for A Loved One with Dementia

I know that at times, family members can drive you crazy. In my case, my father has a tendency to be critical at times; my brother is very analytical, always spouting off data on any subject; and I tend to be generally intuitive in my thought process. Having various family members rely solely on these specific thinking styles can quickly lead to... Read moreChevron
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Life History Books

I am a social worker who has worked in the field of memory care and end-of-life care, recently transitioning to my own business.  I create life history books to help individuals and families connect with past accomplishments, pride, and relationships, particularly when memory loss threatens this connection.  Visit my website.
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The “Voices Of” Book Series One to Read and Savor

Books keep pouring in, and I try to write about the best of them, since many of us gain comfort, as well as knowledge, from books. Many that I read are purely informational. Then there are some that are mixes of stories intertwined with tips and resources for handing the situations most of us as caregivers or people facing dementia are faced... Read moreChevron
posted 12/22/2008, comments (4)|
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"A Three Dog Life" Eloquently Describes a Caregiver's Journey

Over the summer, I participated in a different type of chain letter. This particular chain letter resulted in about 10 paperback books being delivered to my mailbox. One of these books, A Three Dog Life: A Memoir by Abigail Thomas, provides a good picture of the many challenges that caregivers face in dealing with loved ones who have dementia or a... Read moreChevron
posted 10/27/2008, comment (1)|
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