Susan Ostrowski Helps Seniors with Cognitive Issues Enjoy Reading Again
By Susan Ostrowski If you search online, “Why do people read?” you’ll find answers like: “I read to know I’m not alone.” “Books unfold new worlds, worlds that can sing to me,
By Susan Ostrowski If you search online, “Why do people read?” you’ll find answers like: “I read to know I’m not alone.” “Books unfold new worlds, worlds that can sing to me,
AlzAuthors is once again partnering with HFC to present a Summer Book Series for Alzheimer’s and dementia families and caregivers. This program is open to anyone interested in learning about these conditions.
By S. G. (Sandy) Benson Most people, at some point in their lives, confront issues with aging parents. Whether the problems are medical, financial, logistical, emotional, or some combination of these, it’s
By Laurette Klier Confounded by the lack of quality reading materials at my mother-in-law’s long-term care facility, I scoured the internet for something stimulating and enjoyable to share with her on visits.
By Marianne Sciucco AlzAuthors is thrilled that three of our authors were selected to contribute essays to the latest Chicken Soup for the Soul book Navigating Eldercare and Dementia. Susan Cushman, Renee
How to bring Confidence, Compassion, and Joy into Your Role As a Caregiver By Toni Kanzler “Weeds are flowers too, once you get to know them.” – Winnie the Pooh Once a
By Angie Swetland I was privileged to enjoy a career in elder care which spanned over forty years. From the beginning, I was drawn to those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other
By Pam Ostrowski So many times as I left Mom at her memory care community, I felt sad, lonely, alone, questioning whether I was making the right decisions. None of my friends
By Stephanie Erickson When I reflect back, this book has been in the works my entire life. Even before I earned my degree and became a clinical social worker, I have always
By Gincy Heins I am one of the five co-authors of the 365 Caregiving Tips series of books. My husband has mild cognitive impairment, which was diagnosed in December 2009 when he
