Navigating eldercare can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with dementia. Youâll find what you need in these pages, with great advice from families who have been there, done that!
These revealing stories from family caregiversâspouses, grown children and grandchildrenâshare the emotional support and practical tips that you need as you navigate the world of eldercare, especially when Alzheimerâs or other dementias are part of it. Youâll feel less alone and more empowered in your new role as you help your loved ones.
Find the help you need in these stories about:
âą Joining your family member in his or her new reality
âą Understanding and accepting Alzheimerâs and dementia
âą Tough choicesâmoving, driving, hiring help, finances
âą Independent living, assisted living, memory care, or staying home
âą Love, loss, romance and friendships
âą Self-care and perspective for the caregiver
âą Making your âvillageâ and asking for help
âą Learning how to be patient and compassionate
âą Finding the humor and the blessings along the way
âą Strategies and tips that work for family caregivers
Chicken Soup for the Soul books are 100% made in the USA and each book includes stories from as diverse a group of writers as possible. Chicken Soup for the Soul solicits and publishes stories from the LGBTQ community and from people of all ethnicities, nationalities, and religions.