Alice in Sunderland
Alice in Sunderland by Minerva Spurlock is a poignant reprint published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on January 10, 2013. This 266-page book presents a detailed account of the author’s experience caring for her great-grandmother, Alice, who was 99 years old and suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. The narrative chronicles the day-to-day struggles they faced together, emphasizing the importance of keeping Alice in her own home during her final days.
Readers will find a heartfelt exploration of the challenges associated with Alzheimer’s, as the author documents her great-grandmother’s gradual decline from lucidity to confusion over a five-month period. The journal entries not only reflect the emotional toll of caregiving but also share various tactics and methods that the author hopes will be helpful to others navigating similar situations. This edition offers insights into the psychological aspects of caregiving, making it relevant for those interested in psychology and neuropsychology.
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I moved in to take care of my great-grandmother Alice, who was 99 years old. I wanted her to spend what time she had left in her own place, not an unfamiliar retirement community or nursing home. This is a detailed account of the day-to-day struggles we faced together. Alice was the great-grandmother suffering from Alzheimer’s, and I was the loving great-granddaughter who tended to her every need. This book documents her downward spiral from constant lucidity to almost permanent confusion. The journal entries span a five-month period of time, from when I moved in with her, until she passed away. I am hoping others can find my various tactics and methods helpful and reassuring during their troubled and difficult times.
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