Dominick Domasky

May 10, 2022 5:01 pm

Dear AlzAuthor,

From experiences that could have been discarded as insignificant, the 300+ authors of AlzAuthors have written powerful books to support a journey through Alzheimer's and dementia. These books combine to form a vast quilt of warmth and comfort. We heal one another and we provide healing for others by lifting the silence and stigma of dementia diseases.

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Introducing our Latest Author

In My Name is Sharon, Dominick Domasky's touching memoir of his mother, he writes:

How was I supposed to know that the world would stop, and a global pandemic would settle in? I started writing this book cathartically, never expecting it to be read by others. I was chronicling our family’s struggle and documenting the pain. Then I had an epiphany, Sharon Domasky is more than a victim of disease. I realized as a storyteller it was my duty to try and share her light with the world.

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https://alzauthors.com/2022/05/10/dominick-domasky-my-name-is-sharon/

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On the Podcast: It's Catch Up Time!

The podcast is on a break as we prepare for our 7th anniversary celebration. We’ve got two pods this month where you’ll learn more about what’s coming up in the next year and our anniversary plans. In the meantime, catch up on some earlier episodes:

Untangling Raising Young Children While Caring for Mom with Kathryn Harrison

Untangling Long-Distance Caring for a Father with Irene Frances Olson

Untangling Lewy Body Disease with Florrie Munat

Untangling Life From the Corner Office to Alzheimer's with Michael Ellenbogen

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Our Podcast is Growing!

We are now on the New York City Podcast Network! When you visit our podcast here please vote up any episode using the lavender "Vote" link so we can get more subscribers. See what else you can find in this podcast directory.

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When Dad Has Dementia: Our Next Virtual Q&A

Caring for a father with a dementia diagnosis brings to caregiving its own special set of circumstances and considerations. In this AlzAuthors Live! Virtual Q&A we explore these changes and challenges with four of our authors. Their stories will inspire and empower you on your own dementia journey. Please join us! More details are available on our website or register below.

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Who Was Caught Reading an AlzAuthors Book?

Senia Owensby was caught reading Dave Meurer's New Every Day. She says: “Dave is a friend of my family, and we had a few conversations about loved ones and Alzheimer's. Since I know the people involved, this book means a lot to me. Besides, he is a fantastic writer!” Senia is the author of Finishing Well: Finding the Joy in Dementia. Send us a picture of yourself reading one of the AlzAuthors books and we’ll post it here!

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Voting is Now Open!

Please vote for us in UK Health Radio's 2022 Awards in the "Dementia Support" category. Last year we won in the Listeners Vote category for "Care Organizations." You can help make us winners again. Thank you for your support. Listen to UK Health Radio, home of The "D" Word, the UK’s only dementia based radio show. Host Pete Hill talks to experts and people living with dementia to raise awareness of this condition affecting 50 million people across the globe. Pete has interviewed several AlzAuthors, and is open to requests to be on the show.

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A long-time dream coming true...

Last Thursday we had the honor of presenting a Custom Caregiver Collection to the Alzheimer's Association support group at Soprema Senior Center in Wadsworth, Ohio. Thank you to all who believe so deeply in this project.

For years we've wanted to find a way to get physical books into the hands of those who need them: caregivers and others concerned with dementia. With our tiny team of volunteers this seemed like a long shot. But our dream is coming true! We are now offering

real books

to real people

in real places

through Custom Caregiver Collections

We are quickly placing our initial 10 collections in 10 locations throughout the U.S.

We owe a debt of gratitude to five special people who made this dream come true:

author Paulette Sharkey for her generous donation to launch this project
author and manager Susan Landeis and her husband, Randy, for the craftsmanship of these lovely table-top shelves which hold 15-20 books
management team members Jean Lee and Ann Campanella who wouldn't let go of this dream.

Stay tuned as we bring you news about how you can become involved in this new initiative.

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Our shop is open 24/7!

Our new shop is a hit! Many of you have purchased an item or two. The best part about our store is that it never closes! You can pick up something new whenever the mood hits. Our specialty items make terrific gifts, too. And all proceeds support our mission to provide quality resources for Alzheimer's and dementia caregivers. We're sure you'll find something you love. Please share pics of yourself wearing or using your AlzAuthors apparel on social media, using #AlzAuthors. Let the world know you're proud to be an AlzAuthor.

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Let's stay connected ...

Our mission is to provide quality resources for those concerned with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Please help by connecting with us in at least one new way this week:

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