On the Frontlines
An Unpaid Carer’s Adventures in Early Stage Dementia
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Betsy Tong
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From Betsy Tong, the bestselling author of "The Edge: Your Brain on AI," comes an unflinching, insightful, and practical guide for unpaid caregivers navigating the often confusing world of early-stage dementia. "On the Frontlines: An Unpaid Carer’s Adventures in Early Stage Dementia" dives deep, offering real-world strategies and emotional support for those thrust into managing the decline of a loved one’s cognitive functions.
In "On the Frontlines: An Unpaid Carer’s Adventures in Early Stage Dementia," Betsy Tong combines her personal caregiving stories - as the daughter - with expert insights to create a comprehensive survival guide for anyone facing early-stage dementia with a parent, friend, or loved one. This book isn't another saccharine take on the "honor" of caregiving; it's a raw and unfiltered memoir about the daily challenges, frustrations, and even the dark humor that comes with the territory.
What You’ll Find Inside:
- Real-World Advice: Practical tips for managing the financial, legal, and medical aspects of dementia care.
- Emotional Validation: Honest accounts that resonate with the complex feelings of resentment, guilt, and helplessness often experienced by caregivers.
- Humorous Insights: A touch of humor to lighten the emotional load and provide a sense of camaraderie and understanding.
- Expert Strategies: Actionable strategies drawn from both personal experience and professional research to help caregivers cope and thrive.
- Interactive Elements: Access to interactive tools, tips, and checklists hosted in ChatGPT.com and Claude.ai, including how to create emotional support bots and other practical aids to make life more manageable.
"On the Frontlines: An Unpaid Carer’s Adventures in Early Stage Dementia" aims to provide a roadmap through the early stages of dementia where it isn’t clear what is going on. Whether you’re dealing with a loved one who has always been difficult or are simply looking for no-nonsense guidance, this book offers the support and understanding you need to survive the journey without losing your mind.
Betsy Tong's latest work is an essential read for anyone grappling with the reality of dementia caregiving. Order your copy of "On the Frontlines: An Unpaid Carer’s Adventures in Early Stage Dementia" today. You will cry and laugh if you do.