Dementia and it's course of treatment is usually viewed as "follow what the doctor says", follow what "medical journals" say. It's not a one-type fits all disease. My mother was recently diagnosed with dementia and my grandfather passed away two years ago of dementia. I had no idea if it's impact on daily life or the brain. This is an honest interpretation of Jane and Beth's journey. It's not a how-to, more of a reflection of their lives. You can see through her writing the similarities you have with your loved one. Be prepared to tear up, this pulls at your heart strings.

The premise of the book is great and the author really delivers. Great read. Highly recommended. .

This is an honest but heart wrenching read of care and love for an older parent..
Most of us will be involved in this at some stage in our parents old age, whether we are the prime carer or with assistance it will be a difficult journey to take. If only I had known of the practical and useful advice in advance it may have helped. Well done for being so honest and strong. I enjoyed the moments of improvement along side of Jane and I too have had a pink slipper moment, but in my case it was novelty elf socks. Thank you for sharing this with all carers who are on this journey together. If only we had magic wands or bottomless bank accounts. Keep laughing and supporting each other

I asked to review this book because although I review books for enjoyment, my actual job is working as a CNA/CMA ( caregiver ) on an Alzheimer unit in Long Term Care. Whenever I can find a article or book on this subject, I read it to keep my knowledge fresh. Most books have disappointed me. Frequently books only describe the anguish of the caregiver or the person they are caring for. Or only technical descriptions of the disease process. Neither of which help the person at home trying to care for the Alzheimer sufferer other than an overview with very few answers for them.
Ms. Hardy has written a very informative book full of helpful ideas and tips for the home caregiver. Her mother has sudden onset AD (Alzheimers Disease ), and although her progression does not appear to be the AVERAGE progression, every tip would be helpful for a caregiver at home.
Ms. Hardy is in the UK, so her terms are not the same as ours: Nappie ( adult diapers ), Carer ( home health aide ), GP ( medical doctor ) and the like. Even so, with a little effort those terms can be understood.
I highly recommend this book. It is upbeat, informative, and spot on with the advice she gives.

I work with dementia patients and I have issues with this book. I also have had family members with dementia. I feel perhaps people should read medical scientific proof also the thousands of medical studies about such a serious illness.