How Old Are You Today?

What Readers Are Saying About How Old Are You Today ""Love 'the game' and the story."" Both of my parents had dementia and I read voraciously to understand how to deal with them. I also joined support groups. I got a few good ideas and I used my common sense. I didn't argue with them and I didn't take what they said to me personally. I would do things differently after reading Glenna's book. It should be required reading for all caregivers and facilities and those who work there and are visiting. The game is a wonderful communication tool that can be used in numerous situations where communication is impaired because of cognitive and or social reasons. It is poignant, informative, and I laughed out loud repeatedly. It is also a wonderful story about repairing relationships and getting to know your parents. It's filled with love and humor. ""I absolutely love this book."" It is moving, real, and heartfelt, and captures the challenges of having a loved one with dementia, while also being entertaining and full of love and life. The insight that Glenna Hecht came up with to connect with her mother is so beautiful, and I wish I had the strategy that this book provides when my own grandmother was suffering from dementia. She has passed away, but now I can't wait to share this book with others with family members going through this. ""Finally, someone says the hard stuff out loud."" No clichés. No perfect moments. Just the truth, told by someone who's clearly lived it. The game Glenna created is simple-but the impact is lasting. A must if you're navigating dementia up close. ""I read this book in one sitting. I could not put it down."" I laughed and cried and felt like I was right there with the author. I learned so much as well about dementia. This book is a must read for anyone with elderly parents going through this. It is a wonderful story showing that dementia does not have to be the end of your relationship with your loved ones. This book helps lead the way for dementia patients and their caregivers. ""A remarkable resource for caregivers."" I heard about this book more than a year ago, and I could not wait for it to be published. Glenna is a gifted author, and she shares her personal story with great love and empathy for everyone who is on the difficult journey as a friend, relative or caregiver of someone with dementia. I especially admire the way she turned what many would consider a burden into a true gift in the final years of her mother's life. ""How Old Are You Today?"" should be required reading for everyone working with those who are experiencing memory loss.