For five years I was a professional Family Caregiving Consultant, first with the Alzheimer's Association and then with a state-sponsored caregiver resource center in Santa Cruz, CA (Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center). During that time I worked with family caregivers at every stage of their caregiving experience and wrote a monthly email newsletter sharing advice, resources and insights about the path. Most people came to me seeking practical assistance but -- almost without exception -- eventually the conversation would turn to emotional and spiritual issues coming up along the way.

I wrote about all of it and I'm very happy to announce that as of this week those articles are now available in a book called THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY OF FAMILY CAREGIVING through Lulu.com at http://www.lulu.com/content/1767517 . I also have a blog where I'm posting lots of excerpts from the book, new articles, book reviews and links to caregiver resources at http://spiritualcaregiving.blogspot.com/ . I invite you to take a look and hope you find what I have to offer valuable.

I know quit a few doctors who need to read these books .

I also enjoyed reading your blog and excerpts.
It seems your experience has enhanced your spirit and that is important to share with those who may fear taking on the caregiving role. It's always good to hear from someone with a positive attitude. Bravo.

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Sheryl, I've enjoyed exploring your blog and the other sites. You seem to be an insightful and talented writer, and I am looking forward to reading your books. Thanks for posting

Sheryl, sorry it took me so long to get to your blog. After reading the exerpts there, I am going to recommend to my local library, that they add this to the shelves.

I just read some excerpts from your book.Very good.