Bedside Witness: Stories of Hope, Healing, and Humanity
Kay Adams’ novel promotes empathy and support for those facing dementia, acknowledging shared humanity in tough situations and emphasizing compassion for those in need.
Kay Adams’ novel promotes empathy and support for those facing dementia, acknowledging shared humanity in tough situations and emphasizing compassion for those in need.
By Ellen Rittberg Looking back, I wonder why it took so long for me to recognize that my mother had dementia. Mom had been a dignified, serious, independent three-books-a-week reader who hated
By Debra Tann, Ed. D. I never could understand why my great grandmother began to act oddly in my presence. Nor did I understand why my grandmother, or my mom were unable
By Kimberly Best Our lives are our stories, our stories are our legacies, and our legacies make us immortal. Most importantly, we have the power to write that story, all the way
by Dr. Anne Kenny Nearly 500,000 individuals are diagnosed with dementia every year. Year after year. As stunning as that figure is, it does not take into account the family members and
Being with Dementia: A Soulful Approach is a collection of stories that illustrate the power of connection and provide a sense of hope to those caring for individuals with dementia. As a
By Senia Owensby Dementia was not even on our radar. When my sister and I found ourselves devoting extra time and energy into caring for Mama and Daddy, we simply assumed that
By Karen Severson, MD This book has been in my head for years. It started with the constant frustration of being caught in the middle of disagreements between nursing homes and families.
Listening to the needs of caregivers as a facilitator of Alzheimer’s support groups for many years, I became aware that care giving and receiving are opportunities for mutual spiritual growth. Collaborating with
By Ann Richardson Some years ago, I was taken to a hospice by a friend, who happened to be doing an errand. I immediately felt that this was the kind of tranquil
