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A man hit Ava with his car, a few miles from her bungalow. He brings her flowers in hospital and offers to do her laundry. He also brings her the letter she dropped that night on the road. In New York, Ava's brother Michael receives the same letter. He thinks about it as he steps out of the shower into his curtainless bedroom. A naked woman stares at him from the apartment across. They both laugh and cover up with their arms.   Brother and sister cannot avoid the letter: their estranged father is dying and wants to meet. 

Caring for an elderly family member is both rewarding and exhausting. These 101 true stories offer advice, encouragement, and humor to support anyone navigating dementia care and eldercare. Being a caregiver can be overwhelming—but you are not alone. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Care for the...

In the past century, average life expectancies have nearly doubled, and today, for the first time in human history, many people have a realistic chance of living to 80 or beyond. As life expectancy increases, Americans need accurate, scientifically grounded information so that they can take full responsibility for their own latter years. In The Art and Science of Aging Well, Mark E. Williams, MD, discusses the remarkable advances that medical science has made in the field of aging and the steps that people may take to enhance their lives as they age.

What are we going to do with those 20 or 30 years we didn’t expect? Due to unfounded fears of unhappiness and regret, many intelligent, otherwise rational people, even into their 40s and 50s, are so convinced that old age is a time of misery that they simply deny any other outcome and refuse to plan their own destiny. This optimistic and highly informative guide to smart aging will detail for listeners the steps they need to take to ensure that long life becomes synonymous with good life.

Manchmal genügt ein einziger Satz, um den Alltag zu erschüttern. Eine harmlose Frage – gestellt im eigenen Wohnzimmer – macht sichtbar, wie sehr sich die vertraute Welt verändert. Für Angehörige von Menschen mit Demenz gehören solche Momente zum Alltag: Missverständnisse, Unruhe, Erschöpfung und das Gefühl, gegen eine unsichtbare Kraft anzukämpfen, die Erinnerungen mitnimmt. Ich bleibe bei dir begleitet Menschen, die einen demenzerkrankten Angehörigen unterstützen.

Eleanor Nordlinger Hauser’s life story is told in MY MOTHER and me as only a gifted writer and loving son could tell it. It's the story of a woman who experienced soaring highs and hard falls, deconstructed and rebuilt her life several times, grew old gracefully, met the struggles of old age without complaint and, ultimately, felt that she had lived long enough and was ready to die.

Most people don’t know how to have a “good death”—but Jane Callahan does. By day, Jane is a corporate marketer and mom, but by nights and weekends, she works with the almost-dead. As an end-of-life doula, she helps the terminally ill prepare for their imminent demise. And it has revealed invaluable truths about this temporary status called life.

Et si vous deveniez l’acteur principal de votre bien-être ? Dans Votre santé optimisée, la Dre Émilie Steinbach — @TheBrainGutScientist, figure incontournable de la neuronutrition — vous guide pas à pas pour reprendre le contrôle de votre corps, affûter vos habitudes et faire les bons choix au quotidien. Un concentré d’outils concrets et de conseils éclairés pour réapprendre à prendre soin de votre santé à 360°. Débutez votre transformation aujourd’hui !

The prospect of a long-term commitment to caregiving for someone with dementia can trigger overwhelming fear, leaving you uncertain about where to even begin. The feeling of helplessness can be difficult to bear! Fortunately, you'll find answers and practical tools in this helpful caregiver handbook. Discover strategies to care for your loved one while not losing yourself in the process.

Engaging and Uplifting Short Stories for Seniors is more than just a book—it’s a heartwarming time capsule designed to transport Baby Boomers and seniors back to cherished decades. Each story is long enough to immerse you in the lives of its characters while remaining short enough to listen in one sitting.

Menopause isn't an ending... It's a new beginning. With the right guidance, you can approach it with health, vitality, and confidence. Which story would you prefer for this phase in your life? A journey of self-discovery, peace, and vitality… or a long mourning period as you watch your youth and energy slip away? Both are stories of menopause… but there’s a huge difference between them.

If you are facing the unique challenges of caring for a parent with dementia, you are not alone. What do you do when your loved one so plainly needs assistance, but is confused, angry, or resistant to your help? Where can you find the vital information you need, when you need it? Journalist Thomas Harrison and leading geriatric psychiatrist Brent Forester show that you don’t have to be a medical expert to be a good care provider in this authoritative guide. They explain the basics of dementia and offer effective strategies for coping with the medical, emotional, and financial toll.

In "You're Not Doing It Right," Ellen Patnaude bravely opens the door to the haunting reality of Lewy body dementia (LBD) and unravels its profound impact on families. One of the most common types of dementia after Alzheimer's disease, LBD is marked by fluctuations in cognition, hallucinations, and motor symptoms. The journey begins with subtle warnings of small changes in her mother's behavior that worry Patnaude's father, but go unnoticed by the author and her sibling.

Ever wondered what online dating is really like after 50? Spoiler: It’s not all swiping left on awkward selfies and swiping right on people who list "travel" as their only hobby. In Flirting with Fate: A Dating Odyssey, you'll join one man’s hilarious, sometimes painful, but ultimately enlightening journey into the world of digital romance.

Most people believe that retirement planning is only about managing your money. Yes, financial preparation is crucial, but what many fail to realize is that retirement readiness also involves psychological preparation. Retirement can be a major life transition, and it’s natural to feel unsure about what comes next.

Aging is not fun. It can be a very difficult time as we see our bodies changing, as we realize we are saying goodbye to our youth. It can be a time of grieving. However, it can also be a time when we experience our greatest freedom. It can be a time when we finally get to do what we really want to do and be who we want to be.

Better Than I Ever Expected is a warm, witty, and honest book that contends with the challenges and celebrates the delights of older-life sexuality. It asserts that women over sixty are at the top of their game when it comes to enjoying sex. Joan Price's woman-to-woman straight talk transcends the self-help style of other books in this field. Yes, there are challenges to sex after menopause and beyond, says Price, but there are also creative solutions.

In this eye-opening guide to modern longevity, healthcare investigator Dr. Hur reveals the real forces shaping your health: not emergencies or genetics, but the tiny, invisible choices you make every day. Through the groundbreaking lens of Cellular Finance, you’ll learn that your body is constantly investing. Every bite, every breath, every night of sleep is a deposit or a withdrawal from your long-term vitality.

Dementia, Caregiving, and Personal History is a practical and compassionate guide for anticipating and addressing the emotional and behavioral challenges of dementia care. By uncovering how personal history, trauma, cultural values, and lifelong patterns shape behavior, you can provide care that supports your loved one and protects your well-being.

Are you the only male in an all-female household? Do you know all the lyrics to all the songs in Frozen? Have you mastered the art of the tea party? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you. 50 Things to Know About Raising Happy, Confident Daughters by Glen MacDonell and Craig Smith from the podcast Dads Outnumbered offers an approach to parenting through their unique perspective of being the only male in their all-female households.