Dementia Who Are You And What Have Done With My Mother

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'Even though in our heart of hearts we'd known to expect this bad news, the physical evidence hit us like a ton of bricks. These were no happy snaps. This was our mother's glorious, clever, witty, intelligent brain withering away before our eyes, and there was nothing we could do?'

Sarah Jones shares the very personal and heartfelt story of being there with her mother, Jeannie Somerville, as she succumbed to the cruel blows of dementia, and follows Jeannie's journey, which had an impact on her whole family. You'll laugh and cry as you read this raw and honest account, written by a loving daughter in a way that is relatable and real. This compelling book will be both a source of comfort and an insight into the realities of life for anyone whose loved one is suffering from this soul-destroying disease.Through its chapters, Sarah will help you to feel that you and your loved ones are not alone in dealing with the many debilitating stages of dementia.

'Sarah Jones is not alone, recounting here the slow fade of her mum. Charming, challenging, her book is a tender portrait, a vital guide, and an urgent reminder that dementia is a crisis that touches us all.' - David Astle, author, broadcaster and Dementia Australia ambassador

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Paperback / softback
ISBN13: 9780645844047
Published: September 2024

Number of pages: 228
Width: 140 mm
Height: 210 mm
Depth: 13 mm

Publisher: Jones