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A review by nadia
My Two Elaines: Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer's Caregiver by Martin J. Schreiber
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.0
This is certainly a must-read/listen for anybody who is caring for someone with dementia, or might soon be. I'm fortunate enough that this isn't my circumstance now but you never know what might happen in the future and I appreciated hearing Schreiber's story and knowing that such a resource existed.
I know the book is advertised as part practical guide but I think I was hoping for more of the memoir-like elements as opposed to literal bullet points for what to do in various scenarios. I wish that more of the direct practical pointers were in the incredibly valuable appendix and the bulk of the book focused more on the personal stories/anecdotes.
The appendix, mostly featuring Q&As/interviews is super valuable and actionable for caregivers!
I know the book is advertised as part practical guide but I think I was hoping for more of the memoir-like elements as opposed to literal bullet points for what to do in various scenarios. I wish that more of the direct practical pointers were in the incredibly valuable appendix and the bulk of the book focused more on the personal stories/anecdotes.
The appendix, mostly featuring Q&As/interviews is super valuable and actionable for caregivers!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Dementia, and Grief
Moderate: Death