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A year-long journey by the renowned psychiatrist and his writer
wife after her terminal diagnosis, as they reflect on how to love
and live without regret. Internationally acclaimed psychiatrist and
author Irvin Yalom devoted his career to counseling those suffering
from anxiety and grief. But never had he faced the need to counsel
himself until his wife, esteemed feminist author Marilyn Yalom, was
diagnosed with cancer. In A Matter of Death and Life, Marilyn and
Irv share how they took on profound new struggles: Marilyn to die a
good death, Irv to live on without her. In alternating accounts of
their last months together and Irv's first months alone, they offer
us a rare window into facing mortality and coping with the loss of
one's beloved. The Yaloms had numerous blessings-a loving family, a
Palo Alto home under a magnificent valley oak, a large circle of
friends, avid readers around the world, and a long, fulfilling
marriage-but they faced death as we all do. With the wisdom of
those who have thought deeply, and the familiar warmth of teenage
sweethearts who've grown up together, they investigate universal
questions of intimacy, love, and grief. Informed by two lifetimes
of experience, A Matter of Death and Life is an openhearted
offering to anyone seeking support, solace, and a meaningful life.
In this book, writer-poet Luci Shaw has given us a lifetime of
exquisite reflections on nature, love, death, suffering, loss,
faith, doubt, creativity, curiosity, lifelong learning--all of it
drawn from the breadth of her own experience, harvested in
penetrating and lyrical insights. Still active in her eighties,
Luci now turns her attention to the season of edging toward the
borders. Her spirit of adventure, her brave transparency, and her
openness to all that life offers (as well as inflicts) makes her a
captivating and hope-inspiring mentor. For most of us, growing
older is a reality we put off as long as possible--until we realize
with a shock that it is happening to us. We immediately look around
to see how others on the path just ahead of us are dealing with it.
So here is the intrepid Luci Shaw, taking readers on a virtual hike
with her, with steps more deliberate and slow but also with
surprising vistas that fill us with gratitude. In this book Luci
serves as a fearless and eloquent scout. As she traverses new
territory, she records her experiences lovingly, honestly,
sorrowfully, joyfully--here's what it's like, and here's what to be
ready for. These field notes will inform your own journey, no
matter what your age.
From the author of the New York Times bestseller The Plant Paradox
comes a groundbreaking plan for living a long, healthy, happy life.
From the moment we are born, our cells begin to age. But aging does
not have to mean decline. World-renowned surgeon Dr. Steven Gundry
has been treating mature patients for most of his career. He knows
that everyone thinks they want to live forever, until they hit
middle age and witness the suffering of their parents and even
their peers. So how do we solve the paradox of wanting to live to a
ripe old age-but enjoy the benefits of youth? This groundbreaking
book holds the answer. Working with thousands of patients, Dr.
Gundry has discovered that the "diseases of aging" we most fear are
not simply a function of age; rather, they are a byproduct of the
way we have lived over the decades. In The Longevity Paradox, he
maps out a new approach to aging well-one that is based on
supporting the health of the "oldest" parts of us: the
microorganisms that live within our bodies. Our gut bugs-the
bacteria that make up the microbiome-largely determine our health
over the years. From diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's to common
ailments like arthritis to our weight and the appearance of our
skin, these bugs are in the driver's seat, controlling our quality
of life as we age. The good news is, it's never too late to support
these microbes and give them what they need to help them-and
you-thrive. In The Longevity Paradox, Dr. Gundry outlines a
nutrition and lifestyle plan to support gut health and live well
for decades to come. A progressive take on the new science of
aging, The Longevity Paradox offers an action plan to prevent and
reverse disease as well as simple hacks to help anyone look and
feel younger and more vital.
At Close of Day is the author's thoughts and meditations about
old-age, ageing and the end of a life, together with memories of a
general nature to give a stirring depiction of the author’s life of
almost eighty years. The series of autobiographical books that
started with ’n Duitser aan die Kaap, Merksteen and Die laaste
Afrikaanse boek is concluded with this work. It is a highly
personal book about old-age, the process of writing and
self-determination with commentary about ageing and being old in a
modern society, and was updated for the last time on 26 April 2017,
a few days before his death. He gives practical hints and
information about the possible and probable end of his life. The
element of farewell and acceptance are obvious throughout the text.
He realises that old age becomes the main theme of his thoughts and
his daily life. The references and quotations are poignant and
speak of someone who made his reading world his living word. In the
end he explains his liberating decision about his planned suicide.
A discerning guide through the ups and downs of retirement The
number of people age 65 and older worldwide has more than tripled
to nearly half a billion over the last 50 years. Spiritual Wisdom
for Successful Retirement is an inspirational guide through the
journey that begins in life's third stage, when employment is left
behind and uncertainty lies ahead. This encouraging and uplifting
book travels beyond the financial and emotional considerations of
retirement planning to address the real-life issues retirees face,
including the loss of identity after leaving the workplace,
managing the clock, calendar, and commitments, how to deal with the
blues and the blahs, facing the reality of death, adn keeping life
in balance. Spiritual Wisdom for Successful Retirement anticipates
the changing events and transitions of retirement, focusing on the
need to adapt to this work in progress. Retirees struggle with real
and symbolic losses as they redefine their identities, face
uncertain financial futures, adapt to altered living arrangements,
and become more aware of their physical limitations. The
disappointments, adversity, and suffering retirees face can throw
them into spiritual chaos. This powerful book presents real-life
stories of people striving to remain engaged in life, open to
possibilities, and experiencing intimations of eternityhere and
now. Spiritual Wisdom for Successful Retirement examines: the need
for a worldview that helps you take major life transitions in
stride specific steps into retirement how to manage your time when
every day is Saturday how to identify indicators of depression how
caregivers can attend the needs of retirees how to get help when
life caves in on you how to live with purpose and courage the
significance of family ties the power of relationships,
connections, and friendships the dynamics of hope and much more!
Spiritual Wisdom for Successful Retirement is essential for anyone
living in, or facing, retirement, and for family members of
retirees, members of the American Association of Retired Persons
(AARP), and for lay and professional caregivers. It's also a
helpful resource for academics working in gerontology or theology.
A discerning guide through the ups and downs of retirement The
number of people age 65 and older worldwide has more than tripled
to nearly half a billion over the last 50 years. Spiritual Wisdom
for Successful Retirement is an inspirational guide through the
journey that begins in life's third stage, when employment is left
behind and uncertainty lies ahead. This encouraging and uplifting
book travels beyond the financial and emotional considerations of
retirement planning to address the real-life issues retirees face,
including the loss of identity after leaving the workplace,
managing the clock, calendar, and commitments, how to deal with the
blues and the blahs, facing the reality of death, adn keeping life
in balance. Spiritual Wisdom for Successful Retirement anticipates
the changing events and transitions of retirement, focusing on the
need to adapt to this work in progress. Retirees struggle with real
and symbolic losses as they redefine their identities, face
uncertain financial futures, adapt to altered living arrangements,
and become more aware of their physical limitations. The
disappointments, adversity, and suffering retirees face can throw
them into spiritual chaos. This powerful book presents real-life
stories of people striving to remain engaged in life, open to
possibilities, and experiencing intimations of eternityhere and
now. Spiritual Wisdom for Successful Retirement examines: the need
for a worldview that helps you take major life transitions in
stride specific steps into retirement how to manage your time when
every day is Saturday how to identify indicators of depression how
caregivers can attend the needs of retirees how to get help when
life caves in on you how to live with purpose and courage the
significance of family ties the power of relationships,
connections, and friendships the dynamics of hope and much more!
Spiritual Wisdom for Successful Retirement is essential for anyone
living in, or facing, retirement, and for family members of
retirees, members of the American Association of Retired Persons
(AARP), and for lay and professional caregivers. It's also a
helpful resource for academics working in gerontology or theology.
For anyone interest in Sociology of Aging or Gerontology taught
primarily in departments of sociology.An interdisciplinary
introduction to the aging process which uses symbolic
interactionism as the main theoretical perspective. Accessible,
interdisciplinary coverage with chapters covering a variety of
subject matter areas from biology to psychology, from economics to
sociology, from political science to religion. Utilizes symbolic
interaction perspective to explain behavior problems and an
individual's adaptations associated with the process of aging.
The bible of eldercare ABC World News. An indispensable book
AARP. A compassionate guide of encyclopedic proportion The
Washington Post. And, winner of a Books for a Better Life Award.
How to Care for Aging Parents is the best and bestselling book of
its kind, and its author, Virginia Morris, is the go-to person on
eldercare for the media, appearing on Oprah, TODAY, and Good
Morning America, among many other outlets.How to Care for Aging
Parents is an authoritative, clear, and comforting source of advice
and support for the ever-growing number of Americans now 42 million
who care for an elderly parent, relative, or friend. And now, in
its third edition, it is completely overhauled and updated,
chapter-by-chapter and page-by-page, with the most recent medical
findings and recommendations. It includes a whole new chapter on
fraud; details on the latest aging in place technologies; more
helpful online resources; and everything you need to know about
current laws and regulations. Also new are fill-in worksheets for
gathering specifics on medications; caregivers names, schedules,
and contact info; doctors phone numbers and addresses; and other
essential information in one handy place at the back of the
book.
From having that first difficult conversation to arranging a
funeral and dealing with grief and all of the other important
issues in between How to Care for Aging Parents is the essential
guide."
In a society obsessed with living longer and looking younger, what
does middle age mean today? Spurred by her own brutal propulsion
into menopause, Marina Benjamin's clear-eyed account of our middle
years takes inspiration from literature and philosophy to weigh the
challenges and opportunities of mid-life. It offers an inspired and
expanded vision of how to be middle-aged happily and harmoniously,
without sentiment or delusion.
Learn how to make elder housing more homelike Taking an incisive
look at assisted living for the elderly, Assisted Living: Sobering
Realities is an important book for the professionals who work with
aging Americans and their families. This vital book provides a
multidisciplinary overview of the world of assisted living for
older Americans. With unique insight and a keen clinical
perspective, Assisted Living examines a variety of topics: the
dilemma of aging in place, the realities of end-of-life care, and
the ins and outs of residential care supply. Easy-to-read graphs
and charts make the data user-friendly.This book delivers current
information on: the housing needs of elderly renters, with case
studies of 109 residents in two facilities the need for improved
housing and services for low-income elderly, providing an overview
of how successful facilities take a comprehensive approach in
linking low-income elders with community-based services the
advantages and disadvantages of residential care facilities
research about aging in place from providers and residents'
perspectives the unmet needs of the elderly who qualify for housing
assistance how visitation patterns affect the overall satisfaction
and quality of life of assisted living residents
Clarify your thinking on an issue that can tear families apart
Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer s Disease: A Christian
Perspective is the touching story of a woman s daily struggles as a
caregiver to her mother who suffers from Alzheimer s disease. You
ll learn how God s presence in her life has helped her. You will
also find practical day-to-day tips for living with a loved one
suffering from senile dementia and how your spirituality can make
the journey easier for both of you. This important guide provides
an honest description of the emotions you may be forced to come to
terms with while dealing with a loved one or parishioner with
Alzheimer s disease and how God s presence in your life can help
lift that burden.Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer s Disease
gives you firsthand accounts of the stages of pain, despair,
acceptance, and victory that you may experience while caring for
someone with Alzheimer s to let you know that what you are feeling
is normal and that God will help you overcome these challenges.
Alzheimer s disease often goes undetected until its later stages.
This informative book renders a clear description of the disease,
alerting you to the known warning signs of dementia, and preparing
you for the possibility of such a diagnosis.Caring for a Loved One
with Alzheimer s Disease is filled with tips and suggestions to
make caring for your loved one easier for both of you, such as:
learning to separate the person from the disease researching the
disease and keeping informed about every aspect of this progressive
and irreversible neurological disorder realizing that you need
emotional support and should seek help from your pastor, church
care group, or best friend discovering how having power of attorney
and creating a living will can prevent many problems in the future
understanding that to care for your loved one at home is
challenging and that taking simple steps, such as "baby-proofing"
your house, will prevent traumatic disasters turning your anger and
guilt to positive energy and avoiding emotional drain and
strainThis unique book offers you solace amidst the turbulence of
caring for someone stricken with this difficult condition. Caring
for a Loved One with Alzheimer s Disease provides an open and
honest description of how faith can comfort and support you and
your family while you care for someone with dementia.
If retirement is approaching or you've recently retired, Adventures
in Senior Living can help you prepare for the opportunities, needs,
problems, and challenges that retirement often brings. Through 31
lively and interesting interviews, you learn how other people have
found positive and rewarding ways to make their retirement years
meaningful and enjoyable. Opening windows into their own lives,
these inspiring retirees share with you a wide range of retirement
ideas that pertain to volunteer work, travel, selecting your living
arrangements, and getting involved in your community.Retirement
doesn't have to bring feelings of boredom or restlessness.
Adventures in Senior Living shows you that your retirement years
can be your most fulfilling, productive, and fun years. You'll have
more time to work in that garden you love, make quilts with your
friends, spend time with your loved ones, and get exercise. But,
possibly even more important than that, you'll have the ability to
participate in your community on an entirely new level and to make
a difference in other people's lives as well as your own. The
life-loving, generous people who come together in this wonderful
book are sure to inspire you as they speak about their
accomplishments that include: recording books on tape for blind
people conducting missionary work at home and abroad brightening
the lives of patients in nursing homes and hospitals teaching
Sunday school caring for a spouse with Alzheimer's delivering meals
on wheels to shut-in people establishing a battered women's shelter
rescuing prostitutes from the streetThis book presents retirees,
teachers of courses in aging and retirement, activity directors at
retirement and nursing homes, family members, and health and mental
health care providers with many stories of extraordinary
volunteerism, service, and kindness, but it also talks about the
needs of retirees and their daily, more personal experiences. To
this end, Adventures in Senior Living discusses the importance of
continuing study, discussion, meditation, prayer, and fitness in
the lives of seniors.
Although the public most often associates dementia with Alzheimer's
disease, the medical profession now distinguishes various types of
"other" dementias. This book is the first and only comprehensive
guide dealing with frontotemporal degeneration (FTD), one of the
largest groups of non-Alzheimer's dementias. The contributors are
either specialists in their fields or have exceptional hands-on
experience with FTD sufferers.Beginning with a focus on the medical
facts, the first part defines and explores FTD as an illness
distinct from Alzheimer's disease. Also considered are clinical and
medical care issues and practices, as well as such topics as
finding a medical team and rehabilitation interventions. The next
section on managing care examines the daily care routine including
exercise, socialization, adapting the home environment, and
behavioral issues. In the following section on caregiver resources,
the contributors identify professional and government assistance
programs along with private resources and legal options. The final
section focuses on the caregiver, in particular the need for
respite and the challenge of managing emotions.This new, completely
revised edition follows recent worldwide collaboration in research
and provides the most current medical information available, a
better understanding of the different classifications of FTD, and
more clarity regarding the role of genetics. The wealth of
information offered in these pages will help both healthcare
professionals and caregivers of someone suffering from
frontotemporal degeneration.
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