Are you caring for someone with dementia? This book is for you—with emotional support, tips, and comic relief that will brighten your day.

Whether you’re caring for a family member with dementia at home or in a memory care facility, the emotional and physical toll on you is dramatic. It’s time for some care for the caregiver, and the stories in this book, selected from our library, will certainly help. They’re organized into 11 chapters:

• The New Normal – adjust to your loved one’s new reality
• Finding the Humor – the comic relief is there, every day
• It Takes a Village – let others shoulder some of the burden
• Finding Joy – caring for your loved one can also be joyous
• Laughter Is the Best Medicine – it’s okay to see the funny
• Silver Linings – look for the unexpected benefits
• Self-Care – self-care is not selfish; it’s mandatory
• The Lighter Side – treasured moments in dementia care
• Reframing Your Future – how to adjust your expectations
• Great Advice and Tips – ideas that will help you cope
• Loss, Grieving & Healing – comfort for what’s to come