Bibliograph

Love in the land of dementia, finding hope in the caregiver's journey, Deborah Shouse

Type

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Love in the land of dementia, finding hope in the caregiver's journey, Deborah Shouse

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

resource.biographical

autobiography

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Love in the land of dementia

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

833301663

Responsibility statement

Deborah Shouse

Sub title

finding hope in the caregiver's journey

Summary

From the earliest indicators and faint forebodings to the eventual grim diagnosis, Deborah Shouse carries readers along on the difficult -- and at times joyous -- road she and her parents walked through the Land of Dementia -- Alzheimer's disease. She shares the challenges she faced during the process of caring for both parents as her mother slowly vanished, to be replaced by a difficult but surprisingly no less valued and beloved stranger. In addition to its spiritual message, Love in the Land of Dementia includes practical suggestions and support for caregivers and other family members

Table Of Contents

Before -- Confusion: The early stages, 1997-1998 -- The stranger who used to be my mother: 1999 -- Hanging on to what is left: Spring 2000-2001 -- Fight and surrender: 2002-2003 -- Celebrating who she was: February to December 2004 -- After -- Patching up the losses: Seeking solace after mom's death -- Taking care of yourself: A caregiver's guide -- Resources

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