Life After Loss: Sue Fagalde Lick’s Inspiring Journey After Caregiving
Jul 03, 2024 2:45 pm
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This week on the AlzAuthors podcast, Marianne and Christy had the honor of speaking with Sue Fagalde Lick, author of the recently released memoir No Way Out of This: Loving a Partner with Alzheimer’s. Her collection of poetry, Gravel Road Ahead, was her introduction to AlzAuthors in 2020. Sue, a remarkable writer, poet, and caregiver, opened up about her deeply personal journey caring for her husband, Fred, and how writing proved to be therapeutic during tough times. We delved into her poetry, explored the significance of caregiver support, and even touched on the healing power of pets. Sue's resilience and insight are truly inspiring. Don't miss this episode if you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on navigating the complexities of caregiving and maintaining your own sense of self.
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Our Most Recent New Author
A licensed clinical social worker, Mindy Crouch’s passion for helping others, combined with a commitment to geriatric care, led her to start her own counseling business in 2011, to provide essential support to elders and their families. Mindy recognizes that dementia not only affects elders, but its impact is felt throughout the entire family. With a hope to empower the children of these families, she has written a children’s activity book entitled “Understanding Dementia.” Mindy’s goal in writing this book is to dispel misconceptions surrounding dementia, ensuring children understand that it's not contagious and that their loved ones aren't scary. It's tailored for independent exploration by children aged 8 and up, with provisions for younger children requiring adult guidance.
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Coming Up Next
7/10 - NO POD (SUMMER BREAK)
7/17 - Marc Alderdice Book Club Replay
7/14 - NO POD (SUMMER BREAK)
7/31 - NO POD (SUMMER BREAK)
8/7 - Gina Awad, United: Caring for our Loved Ones Living with Dementia
8/21 - Marianne Sciucco Book Club Replay
9/4 - Jeanette Fazzari Jones, Meatballs for Grandpa
9/18 - Christy Byrne Yates Book Club Replay
10/2 - Alleyne Symons, Love in a Time of Caterpillars
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Our July Book Club Selection is Blue Hydrangeas, an Alzheimer’s love story, by Marianne Sciucco
Please join us for our next book club discussion as we explore a novel, Blue Hydrangeas, an Alzheimer’s love story, written by AlzAuthors co-founder Marianne Sciucco. This story about a pair of retired Cape Cod innkeepers struggling with the wife’s Alzheimer’s disease was inspired by a couple Marianne met in her work as a hospital case manager. Readers say:
- “Read it twice just to make sure I didn’t miss anything.”
- “Blue Hydrangeas is, by far, the most tender love story I’ve read in a very long time.”
- “Blue Hydrangeas is a different kind of Alzheimer’s tale. A story of love and loss, of impossible promises, and dreams passed on to the next generation.”
Our August read is Christy Byrne Yates’ Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation.
Remember: it’s not necessary to read the book to attend the discussion. All are welcome. Please invite your family and friends.
To learn more or to become a member, please visit agingamazing.com.
Register here to get the link to the Zoom meetings.
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We have so much to learn …
USC Biologist David Raichlen joins Being Patient to discuss how exercise and physical activity can benefit brain health, particularly for older adults. Raichlen is a professor at the Human and Evolutionary Biology section of the Department of Biological Sciences at USC. His research focuses on the connection between human evolution, physical activity, and health across the lifespan. Currently, he’s focused on understanding how and why exercise and physical activity benefits brain structure and cognitive function, especially in older adults. RSVP to learn what our evolutionary history can teach us about the benefits of exercise and physical activity for brain health.
WHEN: Friday, July 5th at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET.
WHERE: Being Patient’s Facebook page
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Susan's Design of the Week
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Create cherished memories with your loved one and enjoy the simple pleasures of this fleeting season. AlzAuthors has extraordinary resources to help you navigate the #dementia journey with hope and confidence. https://alzauthors.com/
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