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Essential listening for caregivers, advocates, friends, and family—this inspiring book offers hope and guidance for anyone, of any age, diagnosed with Parkinson’s. A Parkinson’s diagnosis can feel like a bombshell, but it doesn’t have to define your life. When serial entrepreneur and lifelong optimist Blake Bookstaff was diagnosed with Young-Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD) at 47, he initially tried to ignore the news, spiraling into heartbreak and despair. Years later, Blake’s outlook has transformed.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER Merilyn Simonds's Walking with Beth allows us to eavesdrop on two women, one already a centenarian, talking frankly about what scares us all: growing old. It's a book with a unique take on longevity, full of wisdom, tenderness, joy and the passions that sustain a very long...

Cuidar a un ser querido con demencia conlleva desafíos únicos. Descubre cómo prepararte, gestionar y superar los retos del cuidado con esta guía detallada 🌟 📚 Incluye un ebook de regalo: "Nutriendo la Mente: Guía Práctica para Cuidadores sobre la Alimentación del Paciente con Demencia" 📚 Después de muchas conversaciones, tú y tu familia convencen a su ser querido de hacerse un chequeo. Tus sospechas eran ciertas: tu ser querido tiene demencia. Entonces la realidad golpea: no puedes contratar ayuda profesional las 24 horas del día, y nadie en tu familia tiene experiencia ...

For readers of Being Mortal and When Breath Becomes Air, the acclaimed founder of Death over Dinner offers a practical, inspiring guide to life's most difficult yet important conversation. Of the many critical conversations we will all have throughout our lifetime, few are as important as the...

Are you tired of exercise routines that feel overly complicated or unmotivating? Are you looking for a simple, gentle way to stay active, improve mobility, and feel stronger without leaving your chair? Look no further. This simplified chair yoga guide is designed for seniors looking to achieve healthy weight, improve mobility and flexibility, and feel stronger and more confident—all in just 10 minutes a day from the comfort of a chair!

Are you ready to take the next step in creating your dream retirement? Take control of your retirement journey with confidence! This is your hands-on guide to crafting a retirement future that feels truly authentic and empowering. In this workbook, you will find tools for your transition: The Map Self-Reflection Exercises Structured Planning Tools Famous Quotes to guide you Basics for your finance planning This workbook includes The Map to The Art of Women’s Retirement. This is a fun visual tool to organize your thoughts, set goals, and track your progress across life’s essential areas:...

You're in your late thirties or forties. Something feels off. Your periods might be irregular. You wake at 3 AM and can't fall back asleep. You feel anxious for no reason — or irritable in ways that surprise you. You've been to the doctor. Everything is "normal." You know it's not. You're not going crazy. You're in perimenopause — and nobody gave you the map. Perimenopause is the four to ten years before your last period. It's when your hormones fluctuate wildly — up one month, down the next. It's when symptoms appear that don't fit the simple story of "menopause = hot flashes." Brain...

Encore.org founder and CEO Marc Freedman tells the story of his 30-year quest to answer some of contemporary life's most urgent questions: With so many living so much longer, what is the meaning of the increasing years beyond 50? How can a society with more older people than younger ones thrive? In a poignant book that defies categorization, Freedman finds insights by exploring purpose and generativity, digging into the drive for longevity and the perils of age segregation, and talking to social innovators across the globe bringing the generations together for mutual benefit.

Transform your health by saying goodbye to ultra-processed foods in just 30 days, even if you've struggled with cravings for years.

What if everything you thought you knew about aging was wrong? This bold account of the history and present-day realities of ageism by a nationally recognized gerontologist and speaker uncovers ageism's roots, impact, and how each of us can create a new reality of elderhood. Ageism Unmasked...

Your retirement is calling: It’s time to seize the joy of your golden years, even if you fear it may be filled with boredom or solitude.

Aging is not fun. It can be a very difficult time as we see our bodies changing, as we realize we are saying goodbye to our youth. It can be a time of grieving. However, it can also be a time when we experience our greatest freedom. It can be a time when we finally get to do what we really want to do and be who we want to be.

Do you feel less steady on your feet than you used to? Are you worried about falling—or losing your independence? You are not alone. And more importantly… you are not powerless. As we age, balance naturally declines—but it is not permanent. With the right approach, you can rebuild stability, strengthen your body, and regain confidence in your movement—no matter your starting point. This book gives you a simple, safe, and highly effective system designed specifically for adults over 60. Inside This Book, You’ll Discover: A complete 28-day step-by-step balance program 36 easy-to-...

Conquer the ICFSEB National Board Exam (NBE) for Funeral Service Workers: Your Guide to a Career as a Licensed Funeral Director or Mortician is a comprehensive resource designed to help aspiring funeral service professionals pass the National Board Exam (NBE). This guide covers both the Arts and Sciences sections of the exam, offering in-depth explanations, practical examples, and study strategies to prepare for topics such as funeral law, embalming, restorative art, and microbiology. In addition to exam preparation, this guide also explores the real-world responsibilities of funeral ...

Agora, junta-se aos leitores como caminhante na trilha da vida e do envelhecimento, oferecendo dicas práticas, conselhos e belas histórias neste guia de bem-viver. O que é preciso fazer para tornar nosso corpo habitável, nossa mente sã e nosso espírito elevado enquanto não chega essa hora? Como podemos envelhecer bem? Algumas orientações já conhecemos: sabemos da importância da boa alimentação e da atividade física, mas Ana Claudia traz novas motivações para cuidarmos da saúde do corpo.

Revolutionize your health by mastering your hormones, even if you've felt misunderstood by conventional medical advice for years! Are you frustrated by unexplained weight changes and mood swings that sabotage your daily life? Do you feel powerless, trapped in a cycle of chronic fatigue and stress, unable to find answers that resonate with you? Are you yearning for a holistic approach to manage your health without the overwhelming dependence on pharmaceutical remedies? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, know you are not alone. Many have felt the exact same way, but your ...

Discover how to care for your loved one with dementia—even if you're new to caregiving. Feeling overwhelmed by the responsibility of caring for a loved one with dementia? Struggling to manage daily tasks while coping with the emotional toll? Searching for guidance to navigate this journey with confidence? You're not alone. Many caregivers face similar challenges. The Dementia Caregiver's Compass offers practical advice, emotional support, and expert insights to help you care with compassion.

Reflections from 60 Years of Health and Wellness Memoirs This 2026 edition of my health and wellness memoir brings together what I have learned over the past five years through continued research, long-term self-experimentation, and sustained dialogue with readers and health communities worldwide. What began in 2019 as a personal guide to sensible biohacking has matured into a more reflective, evidence-informed, and practical book for those who want to feel better and live with greater clarity at any stage of life. Since the first edition titled “Powerful Life Changing Hacks That Truly ...

Are you overwhelmed by the emotional demands of caregiving and searching for practical guidance? Do you struggle with understanding dementia's progression and wish you had clear answers? Want to care for your own well-being without feeling guilty? If these questions resonate with you, you're not alone. As a caregiver of a loved one with dementia, you face unique challenges that can feel isolating and all-consuming. But gaining the skills to manage these challenges can transform your caregiving journey.

Nothing could have prepared you for the complicated, scary position you’re in, but you don’t have to do it without help. Navigating this tough situation to keep your sanity while still being able to care for your loved one is possible with the guidance of Forget Me Not: A Caregiver’s Guide to Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease. You can maintain your peace, positivity, and well-being during this time with access to the right tools. Taking care of yourself ensures you can best take care of your loved one while not losing yourself and experiencing burnout in the process.