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In 2017 Susie Kennaway asked her son Guy to kill her. 88 years old, with an older and infirm husband, Susie wanted to avoid sliding into infantilised catatonia. The son immediately started taking notes and Time to Go is the result. In turns a manual for those considering the benefits of assisted dying, a portrait of a mother son relationship, and a sympathetic description of old age, this book is a route map through the moral, legal, emotional, intellectual and practical maze that is the biggest issue facing the senior generations today: leaving life on their own terms.

Acompañar a un padre con Alzheimer implica mucho más que aceptar un diagnóstico: es aprender a convivir con la incertidumbre, a reorganizar emociones y a descubrir una fortaleza interna que uno nunca imaginó necesitar. En este relato, el autor comparte la historia real de su papá, un médico dedicado cuya presencia comenzó a diluirse con el avance de la enfermedad.

How to Live Well with Dementia: Expert Help for People Living with Dementia and their Family, Friends, and Care Partners provides an array of essential guidance about the different aspects of dementia for all whose lives are touched by dementia, including people living with dementia and their...

Overcoming Depression and Low Mood in Older Adults joins the bestselling Routledge Overcoming series, which includes publications that have the seal of approval by the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies and highly commended by the British Medical Association. This workbook...

Caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease can be overwhelming, confusing, and emotionally draining — especially when you need clear, practical caregiving advice instead of medical jargon. The Dementia Handbook for Caregivers is a comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide for dementia caregivers, family members, and loved ones providing Alzheimer’s care at home.

An updated and expanded edition of the top-selling consumer guide to Medicare. It explains how to choose the best plans, especially during Medicare’s annual enrollment period, how to use Medicare’s extensive health benefits, and changes to Medicare that are expanding what it will cover and...

Age-proofing an older relative's living space, figuring out powers of attorney, spotting and dealing with signs of dementia, asking them to give up the car keys or consider assisted living . . . the first step toward tackling these concerns and more is an honest, informed discussion. Here are prompts and road maps for twenty-seven essential conversations—with your parent, other family members, and health care providers. 

This audiobook, narrated by Kimberly Yvonne Steele, is a comprehensive guide to navigating the complex and often confusing world of home care for seniors in New York. Written by elder law attorney Lori R. Somekh, who has over three decades of experience assisting clients with Medicaid home care, the book provides a clear and concise overview of the home care landscape in New York and the many obstacles that seniors and their families may face.

Joyce is a passionate caregiver and patient advocate whose purpose was birthed out of a series of painful, dramatic, and insightful experiences. In Caregiving, she wants to share her story to encourage that young orphan girl who is not sure what life will become, or that young widow who is wondering if she can survive this blow, or the single mother who has never walked this path before, and that dreamer who wonders whether their dream can will ever be valid.

In this practical guidebook, Dr. Dan Morhaim and Shelley Morhaim offer listeners hope, empowerment, and inspiration. What we choose for our end-of-life care, they assert, depends on accurate information and on our personal values. We need these not only to understand new medical advances, but also to appreciate the wisdom of humanity's past and present.

Let Elizabeth Roth's wisdom guide you, whether you're facing the immediate needs of caregiving or preparing for the journey ahead. Download this audiobook now to discover the support, understanding, and advice you need to navigate this challenging yet rewarding path.

Provide exceptional care for your loved one with dementia… and avoid the burnout and stress caused by caregiving… Did you know that over 50 million people worldwide have dementia? And that number is expected to triple by 2050. It's a concern that affects not only your loved one but also you and your family. There’s a challenging and complex journey ahead… but it can be less chaotic if you handle it right.

In "The Passion for Care," Fredlyne Evbuomwan delves into the heart of what it truly means to be a caregiver and the profound impact it has on both the caregivers and those they serve. This compelling exploration takes listeners on a transformative journey, emphasizing the significance of compassion, empathy, and selflessness in the act of caring for others. The book skillfully weaves together poignant personal narratives, insightful research, and real-world examples, illustrating the diverse ways in which individuals dedicate their lives to the noble art of caregiving.

Managing chronic illness is no laughing matter. It often hurts more than just physically, and that fact can have far-reaching consequences. Feelings of frustration with ongoing pain and fatigue can be difficult for those who are "not in your boat" to understand. Through fifty years of trial and error, I have discovered a combination of 7 simple habits that truly help me, and those closest to me, cope and find some balance as I manage daily, with illnesses such as type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and more recently, fibromyalgia.

Will drinking orange juice help prevent kidney stones? Is it true you can get rid of bad breath by chewing parsley? Does caffeine improve or worsen a headache? Today, greater responsibility is being placed on individuals to take steps at home to stay healthy and manage and prevent everyday injuries and common illnesses. This has been triggered, in no small part, by the rising cost of medical care and limited access to healthcare professionals. This practical guide from the experts at Mayo Clinic can show you how to minimize your risks of disease and injury.

Medical aid in dying has been legal in New Mexico since 2021. This collection of stories about courageous terminally ill adults who have chosen medical aid in dying, is told with compassion and clarity. Dr. Sparks provides the service in New Mexico, one of 10 states, as well as Washington DC, where the practice is legal. NM currently has the most progressive law, and is the model for at least 17 other states seeking passage of similar legislation in 2024.

Ageless Aging presents a pioneering new way for women to age—an ascent that includes feeling youthful and vital while gaining wisdom, resilience, and experience. It provides a holistic plan that helps women take advantage of the scientific, medical, psychological, and spiritual tools available to them as they grow older.

Brought to you by Penguin. A luminous, uplifting and deeply moving memoir by a care worker, told through her funny, heartbreaking, sometimes frustrating, and always eye-opening encounters with the often overlooked and marginalised people she cares for. 'Being as close as this to someone is a...

In this non-fiction book, listeners are introduced to the heartbreaking and infuriating stories of three patients and their families who experienced a complete lack of care and compassion in an American Long Term Acute Care Hospital. Despite the desperate pleas and efforts of their families, these patients were neglected and even denied basic needs, resulting in tragic outcomes.

This audiobook covers a broad series of topics, including dealing with dementia, guilt, changing independence, managing end-of-life decisions, navigating the healthcare system, and what to do when a cognitively impaired parent becomes involved in a new romantic and sexual relationship. New topics added to this edition include legalized marijuana, medically assisted dying, and dealing with scams.