My Two Elaines: Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

By: Martin J Schreiber

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Synopsis: In My Two Elaines, author Marty Schreiber, former governor of Wisconsin, watches his beloved wife, Elaine, gradually transform from the woman he fell in love with in high school, and who diligently supported his political career, to the Elaine who knows she is declining and can&’t remember how to cook a meal, and finally to the Elaine who no longer recognizes Marty or their children.One part love story, one part practical advice, this compelling book includes several unique elements:Excerpts from Elaine&’s journal, recounting her thoughts, concerns, and frustrations as the disease progressesA recurring feature called &“What I Wish I&’d Known,&” which provides helpful takeaways for caregivers based on Marty&’s observations about what he wishes he&’d known sooner and done differentlyA Q&A between Marty and neuropsychologist Dr. Michelle Braun, to equip caregivers with the right questions to ask and empower them to advocate for their loved ones and their own needsBeyond sincere, practical advice, My Two Elaines gives the reader permission to feel the full spectrum of emotions, including humor, even in the face of this relentless illness. And the book speaks to anyone touched by this disease--spouse, child, friend, or family member.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
Book Size:: 192 Pages
ISBN-13:: 9780785291701
Related ISBNs:: 9780785291695, 9780785291718
Publisher:: Harper Horizon
Date of Addition:: 06/13/22
Copyrighted By:: Martin Schreiber
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Disability-Related, Self-Help, Biographies and Memoirs, Health, Mind and Body
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.
With:: Cathy Breitenbucher