Detour Down Desperation Road

Alzheimer's strikes again and the victim and their loved ones are propelled onto a tumultuous life Detour Down Desperation Road. Dr. Ann shares true stories of people who step out of their daily lives and draw on extraordinary intuition and strength as they handle unexpected, sometimes difficult episodes caring for a loved one sliding deeper into dementia. Meet Ann's strong, determined mother, known by everyone as 'the hardware lady,' as she hoards, obsesses, and perseveres while dementia slowly claims her brain. Ann's inner guides, emotional Ann and rational Ann, whisper contradictory advice as she struggles to help her Mom. She finds solace with support group members and others as they tackle their many conflicts and harrowing events. Their compelling stories reveal personal challenges seldom shared by caregivers as they bear the physical and emotional crises of the Detour Down Desperation Road. You will be transported into their lives and situations. You will learn, laugh, cry, and be amazed by their insights and ingenuity.

• | Author: Ann Hiatt, Ann Renigar Hiatt Ph D
• | Publisher: 3Ae Publishing, Llc
• | Publication Date: Jun 22, 2017
• | Number of Pages: 320 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 0692894780
• | ISBN-13: 9780692894781