Joan's Descent Into Alzheimer's

A Heartbreaking and Eye-Opening Journey

In her powerful and moving memoir, Joan's Descent Into Alzheimer's, Jill Stoking chronicles her mother's journey through the disease. With raw honesty and compassion, she writes about the challenges and heartbreak of watching a loved one slowly disappear. But she also finds moments of joy and grace along the way, offering hope and inspiration to others who are facing similar challenges.

Joan was a vibrant and independent woman who loved to garden, play bridge, and spend time with her family. But in her early 70s, she began to show signs of Alzheimer's disease. At first, it was just little things, like forgetting where she put her keys or having trouble remembering names. But as the disease progressed, it became increasingly difficult for her to care for herself.

Joan's Descent into Alzheimer's

by Jill Stoking

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	725 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	176 pages
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Jill and her family were devastated by Joan's diagnosis. They knew that the disease would eventually take her from them, but they were determined to make the most of the time they had left. They hired a caregiver to help with Joan's care, and they made sure to spend as much quality time with her as possible.

As Joan's Alzheimer's progressed, she began to experience more and more difficult symptoms. She became confused and disoriented, and she often had difficulty communicating. She also became increasingly agitated and aggressive.

Caring for Joan was a challenging and often heartbreaking experience for Jill and her family. But they never gave up on her. They loved her unconditionally, and they were determined to make sure that she was comfortable and happy for as long as possible.

Joan's Descent Into Alzheimer's is a powerful and moving account of one family's journey through the disease. It is a story of love, loss, and hope. It is a story that will resonate with anyone who has ever loved someone with Alzheimer's.

About the Author

Jill Stoking is a writer and speaker who has been living with Alzheimer's disease for over a decade. She is the author of the memoir Joan's Descent Into Alzheimer's, and she blogs about her experiences at www.jillstoking.com. Jill is a passionate advocate for Alzheimer's awareness and support, and she speaks to groups around the country about her experiences.

Praise for Joan's Descent Into Alzheimer's

"A powerful and moving memoir that chronicles the author's mother's journey through Alzheimer's disease. Jill Stoking writes with raw honesty and compassion about the challenges and heartbreak of watching a loved one slowly disappear. But she also finds moments of joy and grace along the way, offering hope and inspiration to others who are facing similar challenges." - Our Book Library.com

"This book is a must-read for anyone who has ever loved someone with Alzheimer's disease. Jill Stoking's writing is raw, honest, and heart-wrenching, but it is also full of hope and love. This book will make you laugh, cry, and think about the true meaning of family." - Goodreads.com

Buy Joan's Descent Into Alzheimer's

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Joan's Descent into Alzheimer's

by Jill Stoking

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	725 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	176 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE