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Paperback Edition
- 978-1-03-831367-6
- 6.0 x 9.0 inches
- Black & White interior
- 306 pages
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Hardcover Edition
- 978-1-03-831368-3
- 6.0 x 9.0 inches
- Black & White interior
- 306 pages
- Keywords
- Dementia,
- Nigerian Igbo culture,
- Caregivers support,
- Bereavement,
- Social Determinants of Health,
- Holistic Health,
- Chronic diseases
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Michael's Memories
A Journey of Hope, Healing, Awareness, and Resilience. Includes "Care partner's guide, practical insights and toolkit for Ageing and Living Well with Dementia”.
by
Dr. Agnes Chinelo
Living with or supporting someone with dementia is a profoundly personal and emotional journey, as author Agnes Chinelo knows well, and it is essential to have good advice and support along the way. Written from the dual perspective of being a medical doctor who also has lived experience as a caregiver on her father’s dementia journey, Michael’s Memories is a unique blend of memoir, dementia care advice and information, and advocacy for better dementia care and research. As a Family Medicine Physician, health empowerment and education advocate, Dr. Agnes Chinelo’s book is a powerful resource for dementia care, offering practical tips and tools for caregivers. By sharing the details of her father’s life and his experience with dementia, she provides a holistic and professional perspective. Her book honours those living with dementia, encourages resilience, and empowers caregivers, making them feel supported and valued. The book weaves in the exciting details from her father’s life, who was born in Aguluezechukwu, Aguata, Anambra State, Nigeria, to a polygamous family and rose from poverty to become a successful entrepreneur. Dr. Agnes Chinelo explores how the social determinants of health—such as healthcare disparities, education, and cultural factors— affect dementia in the Minority population. She also provides helpful background information on the types and stages of dementia, preventing dementia, and a variety of essential topics for caregivers, such as: . Understanding sundowning; • Preventing wandering behaviour; • Different kinds of dementia therapies; • Driving and dementia; • Nutrition and dementia; • Spirituality and dementia; • Safeguarding business and legal affairs; • Managing caregiver stress. In addition, Dr. Agnes Chinelo addresses dementia as a global health issue and advocates for societal solutions to care for those living with dementia. Filled with hope, information, and tips for everyday care, Michael’s Memories is a book that caregivers will refer to repeatedly.
"The sheer amount of information about Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive disorders that she breaks down into clear language is impressive. She also effectively combines this with preventative measures, frequently mentioning good habits that readers can establish to lower their own likelihood of dementia. A comprehensive and informative personal overview of cognitive disorders for caregivers." —Kirkus Reviews
Dr. Agnes Chinelo, MBBS, MRCGP, CCFP, has over two decades of experience as a medical doctor specialising in Family Medicine in the UK. Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, she earned her medical degree from the prestigious University of Ibadan, a testament to her dedication and expertise. She was a Physician Liaison for the Alzheimer Society of Canada guidelines committee project and a dedicated advocate for health empowerment and promotion. Her YouTube channel, Talk with Doctor Agnes and blog (https://talkwithagnes.com/) testify to this, and her strong commitment to health empowerment motivates many. Dr Agnes Chinelo is a practicing, fully licensed Family Medicine Physician in Nova Scotia, Canada, where she resides with her family.
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