When Your Parent Becomes Your Child
A Journey of Faith Through My Mother's Dementia
- Counseling, Grief & Mental Health
- Publisher: W Publishing Group (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2012
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Publisher's Description
At first, Ken Abraham wrote off his mother's changes in behavior as quirks that just come with old age. There was memory loss, physical decline, hygiene issues, paranoia, and uncharacteristic attitudes. He soon realized that dementia had changed her life—and his familiy's—forever. "How is it possible to lose a loved one while he or she is still living, still sitting right in front of you, talking with you, smiling at you—and yet the person you have known and loved for years is somehow gone?" According to the Alzheimer's Association, an estimated 5.4 million Americans of all ages have Alzheimer's disease. That's one in eight older Americans. More than likely, that figure includes someone you know and love. As he chronicles his own mother's degenerative condition, New York Times best-selling writer Ken Abraham educates while offering inspiration to help readers cope with and manage their family circumstances. With humor and spiritual reminders of God's command to honor our parents, Abraham encourages readers through often-difficult responsibilities. And though in most cases patients will not recover this side of heaven, he suggests many practical things that families can do to make the experience safer, kinder, and more endurable for everyone involved. When Your parent Becomes Your Child tells the story of one family's journey through dementia while offering hope to family members and friends, that they might better understand the effects of the disease. Dont let this catch you by surprise—be informed before you face the challenges and difficulties of a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia. This book can help.
Endorsements (5)
“Extraordinarily moving and triumphant—Ken has given us an inspiring and informative account, laced with humor and a thoughtful message about human dignity, belief in God, and love for the people who have sacrificed so much for us.”
“With America’s Baby Boomers just now hitting retirement age, more American families than ever are finding themselves stuck in the unexpected position of having to parent their parents. This creates a world of emotional and physical challenges that most people haven’t considered, but are probably walking right into. In When Your Parent Becomes Your Child, Ken Abraham opens up about his own journey with his mother and helps us get a sense of what to expect. It’s a must-read for anyone with parents over sixty.”
“I love Ken’s heart, as well as his writing, and I love how poignantly he addresses this delicate subject of caring for aging loved ones. As individuals live longer, families need long-term support navigating the joys and challenges that come with loving each other for the long haul. Keep this resource close. It is a treasure.”
“I have counseled many families that have taken this emotional journey. Each one has a story to tell and Ken has captured their hopes and fears through his words. His honesty of denial through acceptance is courageous. It will certainly be an inspiration to others going through the progression of this disease that robs not just the person but those that love them of life’s memories.”
“Ken’s thoughtful and transparent approach to this very difficult subject will give understanding and hope to many.”
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