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“Alzheimer’s, Widowed Stepmothers & Estate Crimes” by Michael Hackard, Esq.

An estate litigation expert shares his experiences and expertise

Michael Hackard is a California-based attorney who specializes in estates and trusts litigation. About one year ago, we reviewed his first book, “Wolf at the Door,” an eye-opening and sometimes heartbreaking account of the way America’s elderly are subjected to … Continue reading

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“Deeper into the Soul,” by Nader Shabahangi, Ph.D. and Bogna Szymkiewicz, Ph.D.

The authors challenge us to rethink our attitudes about dementia

“Deeper into the Soul: Beyond Dementia and Alzheimer’s Toward Forgetfulness Care,” is a guidebook for people and caregivers who live and work with loved ones or patients who have symptoms of dementia. The authors implore us to re-brand dementia and … Continue reading

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“How To Die: An Ancient Guide to the End of Life” by Seneca, Edited by James S. Romm

A compilation of writings on death and dying by the Roman Stoic Seneca

  “How To Die: An Ancient Guide to the End of Life” is a compilation of meditations on death and dying by the Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca (c. 4 BC-65 AD). Edited and translated by James S. Romm, the collection reveals … Continue reading

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“Defending Your Life” by Albert Brooks

A cult comedy classic explores the meaning of life with a dose of dark humor and fantasy

In the arena of films exploring death and dying, I’m taking a look back at 1991, the year that gave us “Defending Your Life,” a high-concept romantic comedy written, directed, and starring the brilliant Albert Brooks. Brooks plays Daniel Miller, … Continue reading

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“The Sum Total of Our Memory: Facing Alzheimer’s Together” by Barbara Klutinis

A film that shows how Alzheimer's affects the patient and their spouse, particularly when the spouse is the primary caregiver

“The Sum Total of Our Memory: Facing Alzheimer’s Together” is a 2014 documentary directed by Barbara Klutinis. It tells the stories of three couples and their journeys navigating the tough road of Alzheimer’s disease.   The film focuses on the … Continue reading

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“Poems of Mourning,” Edited by Peter Washington

A collection of poems about grief and loss

“Poems of Mourning” is a volume from the Everyman’s Library Pocket Poets Series, which, in turn, is part and parcel of Everyman’s Library, a reprint series that publishes new and beautiful editions of literary classics, mostly from from the western … Continue reading

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