Publisher's Synopsis
"Part memoir/part self-help manual, A DAUGHTER'S VOICE shares the author's intimate journey caring for her parents during their end stages of life. This is the story of a family confronting the challenges of caring for aging parents in their home. Each challenge presents the opportunity for a creative response that brought joy to her parents and comfort and peace to the family. Helpful for anyone facing the challenges of caring for a loved one with diminishing or diminished abilities. Full of rich memories and practical tips!"
Russell England, M.D. psychiatrist
Christine England, L.I.S.W., psychotherapist
Like a gust of wind, year after year, Roseline is drawn back to the magnificence of her former home and the love of her parents. She gives her brother a respite and devises creative caregiving techniques and routines that give her parents joy, respect, and empowerment.
JOY: Dad clasps my hand warmly and looks into my eyes, "Thank you for the change of scenery. I've enjoyed looking at the beach and the boats."
RESPECT and EMPOWERMENT: Mom won't let anybody cut her nails. She hurts my dad when she tries to hold his arm. He gets mad at her. Roseline calls her friend to bring some nail polish and mom finally cooperates. All she wanted was to feel pretty but couldn't express herself.
