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Dear Caregiver is a wonderfully inspiring book written to give us insight into the heart and mind of those needing care as it also gives help and wisdom in the moment to moment challenges of caregiving. Karen writes in a style that is easy to read and draws us into Katherine’s life and then immediately takes us to our own situations. I read her book first by myself and now my Dad and I are reading it together a few pages at a time. He is my Mother’s caregiver and is patient and loving, but this is helpful as he, and I, can see that there is great value in loving caregiving—for both her and all of us. Thank you, Karen, for this truly great gift to us.
Diane Barnes
Dear Caregiver was a game changer for me. As my dad experienced memory loss, I was at a loss of how to deal with losing a part of him. Until I read Dear Caregiver, I wasn’t equipped to understand his experience from his perspective. Having a better understanding of him, helped me to have grace and patience for the new season of life we found ourselves in.
Kaylene Mathews
Memories!! This book will touch your heart and soul! As a past and current caregiver, these memories bring back so many of my memories! I have been a caregiver for many years. Starting with all my grandchildren with one of them being autistic. I also cared for my mother through three back surgeries, a massive heart attack, and her battle with cancer, until her final days. Currently, I am taking care of my dad in his journey through Parkinson’s and dementia. This book has uplifted me to find a special memory every day of these journeys. Knowing there is a Bible verse out there to highlight each memory is such a blessing. I encourage all caregivers to let this book lift you up before, during or after your journey. Let these words and Bible verses give you peace, encouragement, and strength.
Janet Sisko
This book of devotions brought me moments of smiles, tears and laughter. Karen has a way with words that bring the reader into Katherine’s home and seeing the role of a sensitive caregiver. It brought back memories of caring for my mother and mother- in-law, who both suffered with Alzheimer’s disease. It takes a special person to care for people with mental and physical disabilities and I applaud those who choose this career path.
Julie Overmeyer
As a new, part-time caregiver for my mother who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s nearly three years ago, “Take a Moment and Walk with Me” is a true blessing and inspiration. This book of devotions is an excellent guide for anyone who is taking this journey for the first time.
Karen shows she’s an exemplary caregiver willing to share God’s grace and guidance to help anyone get through these difficult days. The devotions have made my heart lighter as I start each day wondering what special moment God will bless me with my mother, instead of facing each day with a heavy heart.
Selena Freeland
My mom has lived with my family for 14 years and her mind has been failing her for the past three.
As I read Karen’s devotional, I first realized how every special moment is written so well that you feel like you are right there with Katherine and Karen. Many situations are very similar to what I face with my mom. I am so amazed at how compassionate Karen is and how she has such a sense of how Katherine thinks and feels. She also gives caregivers practical ways to assist and care for our loved ones. This devotional is very helpful and inspirational for any caregiver and the Bible verses give us a glimpse of God in any situation.
Linda Corner
I was a caregiver for my mother-in-law for six years while she lived in an assisted living facility and dementia unit. I visited every day and took her shopping and to church until she was unable to go out because I couldn’t manage her. She broke her hip and was in a wheelchair, not because she was unable to walk but that she couldn’t remember how to walk. This situation lasted for the last year and a half of her life. My husband and I would play dominoes with her until she couldn’t remember how to play and would put the pieces in her mouth. She thought my husband was her husband and she had no idea who I was although she was always glad to see a friendly face. Karen’s book is a blessing for those who are going through this end of life experience with another person. Knowing you are not alone is comforting.
Margaret Wolford
