This empowering guide offers compassionate, experience-informed support for caregivers facing the often-overwhelming realities of Alzheimer's and dementia. Written by Dr. Ogechi Hope, a dedicated Registered Nurse, Certified Case Manager, and Doctor of Public Health, this book serves as both a steady hand to hold and a thoughtful roadmap through uncharted territory.
Drawing from years of walking alongside families and individuals managing chronic illness, Dr. Hope offers clarity, strength, and a deep understanding of what it means to care for someone with memory loss. If you're feeling unsure, exhausted, or simply searching for ways to make each day more manageable, this book was created with you in mind.
Inside, you'll find:
Understanding and Clarity: A look at how Alzheimer's and dementia unfold over time, with insights into early signs and changes to expect.
Everyday Tools: Gentle, practical techniques designed to ease the weight of caregiving, one day at a time.
Emotional Connection: Reflections that remind you you're not invisible, and that your emotions matter too.
Balance and Resilience: Encouragement to keep caring for your loved one and for yourself, without burning out.
A Sense of Belonging: Stories and shared experiences that remind you you're part of a wider caregiving community.
To truly care for someone else, you also need to honor your own well-being. This guide is here to offer encouragement, thoughtful reflection, and the kind of steady presence that helps you keep going with compassion and confidence.
Foreword by Dr. Chizom Umunna, MBBS.
