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	Poems that come to Mind by Linda E. Austin Each line is deep with meaning for those who care for a loved one with dementia.
	Inside the Dementia Epidemic by Martha Stettinius Stettinius has the guts to be honest even when she doesn’t look like the ideal caregiver 100% of the time.
	Entering the Blue Stone by Molly Best Tinsley Refreshingly authentic voice raises awareness about the care in even the best facility, enabling families to take preemptive action.
	I am Here by Kevin Sharpe A short guide for caregivers to better care for themselves.
	Solace by Walter St. John, PhD Connect better with others and improve your communication skills.
	Dignifying Dementia by Elizabeth P. Tierney, PhD After her nine-year journey of discovery caring for her husband, the author opens our eyes and inspires us to ask questions.
	A Funny Thing Happened on My Way to the Dementia Ward by Charles Schoenfeld Remarkable insights of skilled nursing care from an insider!
	America by Matthew Schneider and Deborah Drapac, BSN, RN I wish I had these picture and large print books to interact with my father.
	Hospice Tails by Debra L. Stang Moving stories about how animal family members comfort loved ones at the end of life.
	How to be Sick by Toni Bernhard A Buddhist-based understanding of how to live with or care for one with a chronic illness.
	Searching for Cecy by Judy Prescott Actress and poet Judy Prescott creates a powerful tribute to her mom through her poetry and her family’s artistry.
	Saying Goodbye to Someone You Love by Norine Dresser and Fredda Wasserman Stories, anecdotes, and vignettes from the patient’s and caregiver’s point of view help us better deal with grief.
	Ten Thousand Joys & Ten Thousand Sorrows by Olivia Ames Hoblitzelle Beautiful story of conscious loving and compassion.
	Coming Home by Deborah Duda Caregiving at the end of life. Empowering. Updated 4th edition
	Death for Beginners by Karen Jones How tos, worksheets, and options to consider when one dies; sprinkled with humor.
	CARESHARING by Marty Richards A new look at caregiving–sharing care between caregiver and care recipient.
	The Complete Resource Guide for Baby Boomers Compiled by Darlene Merkler A regionally-originated compilation of articles useful for all caregivers.
	Your Legacy of Love by Gemini Adams Contrary to popular belief, most of the bereaved prefer something other than financial assets.
	Swallow Safely by Roya Sayadi, PhD, CCC-SLP and Joel Herskowitz, MD Educates and empowers caregivers to prevent those with swallowing problems from choking.
	The Way to Stillness by Anne Alexander Vincent & Gayle Alexander Beautifully created book on being present and unconditionally accepting.
	Making Rounds with Oscar by David Dosa, MD A FUN book to read!
	The Caregiver’s Compass by Holly Whittelsey Whiteside Mindful directions to navigate the caregiving road.
	The Hedge People by Louise Carey A delightful story that inspires caregiving hope and joy.
	Growing Down by E.P. Jones An intimate look at caring for Baba.
	Confessions of a Caregiver by Joseph Skillin An honest look from a male caregiver’s point of view
	The Senior’s Guide to the Internet by Rebecca Sharp Colmer and Todd M. Thomas For new or infrequent users of the Internet.
	Memory Lessons by Jerald Winakur, MD A a rare and valuable first-person account by an MD who is also a caregiver.
	The Alzheimer’s Action Plan by P. Murali Doraiswamy, MD and Lisa P. Gwyther, MSW The new Alzheimer’s bible for professionals and family caregivers
	The Myth of Alzheimer’s by Peter Whitehouse, MD and Danny George, MSc Is Alzheimer’s real? Yes, but … it’s complicated.
	The Glass Seed by Eileen Delehanty Pearkes Authentic and deeply heartfelt metaphor-filled memoir of the meaning of loss due to Alzheimer’s disease
	Alzheimer’s: A Caretaker’s Journal by Marie Fostino A caregiver’s journal by a living saint.