The Alzheimer's Diaries

Susan's husband Nicholas was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2017 and died in 2019. The Alzheimers Diaries (originally published as a blog) charts the progression of his illness, from diagnosis to the funeral. Susan dubbed the illness 'Ms Alzheimers' and describes the hateful impact on the man she loves. One person in 14 over the age of 65 has dementia, and Susan unflinchingly shares her story.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 28 November 2022
Publisher: The Book Guild Ltd

In April 2017, Susan's husband Nicholas was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. This was followed by 28 months of relentless, rapid decline culminating in Nicholas's death in August 2019.

The Alzheimer's Diaries (originally published as a blog) charts the progression of his illness, from diagnosis to the funeral. Susan dubbed the illness 'Ms. Alzheimer's' and describes the hateful impact on the man she loves.

According to Alzheimer's Research UK, one person in 14 over the age of 65 has dementia, and in this thought-provoking account, Susan unflinchingly shares her story.

Susan and Nicholas had been married for 25 years and had always been deeply in love. Nicholas was a retired professor of history, and Susan was a retired nurse. They had built a beautiful life together, traveling the world, spending time with their family, and enjoying their retirement.

But everything changed when Nicholas was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Susan was devastated. She couldn't believe that the man she loved so deeply was slowly losing his memory and his mind. She watched as he struggled to remember simple things, like where he had put his keys or what day it was.

Susan was determined to do everything she could to help Nicholas. She researched the disease, read books, and attended support groups. She learned about the different stages of Alzheimer's and the symptoms that would come and go.

But the disease was relentless. Nicholas's decline was rapid, and Susan felt like she was losing him piece by piece. She saw the pain and frustration in his eyes, and she knew that he was suffering.

Susan tried to stay positive, but it was hard. She felt like she was living in a nightmare, and she couldn't wake up. She missed Nicholas terribly, and she felt like a part of her had died with him.

Despite the challenges, Susan never gave up. She continued to care for Nicholas, even when it became too much for her. She hired a nurse to help with his daily care, and she spent every moment she could with him.

In the end, Nicholas's death was peaceful. He passed away surrounded by his family, and Susan felt a sense of relief that he was no longer suffering.

Susan's story is a powerful reminder of the impact that Alzheimer's can have on a family. It is a disease that can rob a person of their memory, their mind, and their dignity. But it is also a disease that can bring a family closer together, as Susan and her family showed in their unwavering love and support for Nicholas.

Susan's book, The Alzheimer's Diaries, is a raw and emotional account of her journey with Alzheimer's. It is a must-read for anyone who has been affected by the disease, as well as for anyone who wants to better understand what it is like to live with Alzheimer's.

In conclusion, Susan's story is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit. It is a story of love, loss, and hope, and it is a reminder that even in the face of adversity, there is always hope.

Weight: 472g
Dimension: 138 x 217 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915352293