Open A Window - Softcover

Risner, Fay

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1438244991 ISBN 13: 9781438244990

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2008

Synopsis

Taking care of my father for ten long years while he battled Alzheimer's disease gave me experience and a insight that has taught me how to take care of others suffering from the disease. They each have a window that needs to be opened. In this book, I'll show you how I did it.

About this title

About the Author

Fay lives with her husband, Harold, on a central Iowa acreage along with their sheep, milk goats, chickens, rabbits and cats. They have one son, Duane. Since she's retired, she divides her time between writing, enjoying country life, gardening and fishing. She has sold five stories to Good Old Days magazine and entered many short story and essay contests, placing numerous times.

From the Back Cover

This book shares what is possible if we allow a person with Alzheimer's to "be" who they are right now. Thank you for "opening " a window. - Jolene Brackey Alzheimer's speaker and author of "Creating Moments Of Joy"

Fay's book is about caring for the confused elderly offering families and caregivers understanding and insight with a touch of humor. Sue Meyer Administrator Keystone Nursing Care Center

I hope because of you there is many others learning to be caregivers with the same loving understanding compassionate spirit. Elise Ford Arizona

From the Inside Flap

I enjoyed your book. It was very touching. Thanks for sharing. Diana Roy

I certainly am blessed to be a recipient of your book. The book is a great resourceful collection of ideas and suggestions. Jurine Moore

The woman, who I mentioned in my previous correspondence has used excerpts from your book for inservices. I plan on doing the same with credit to you in my lecture material on Alzheimer's. Rosemarie Van Willigen RN

I hope you get recognized for your wonderful writing. Kristi Struve RN

I read, I learned, I laughed and I cried. Judy Hupfeld

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1438244991
• ISBN 13: 9781438244990
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 132