"Includes a guide on dementia, hospice, death, and grief"--Cover. "The book includes a guide for parents and caregivers by national expert on grief and loss, Diane Snyder Cowan, MA, MT-BC, CHPCA, with tips for talking with children about dementia, hospice, death, and grief"--Back cover. Includes Guide for parents and caregivers: tips for talking with children about dementia, hospice, death, and grief by Diane Snyder Cowan, MA, MT-BC, CHPCA.
Summary:
"After his beloved grandpa's health declines and he receives a diagnosis of dementia, a grandson must navigate the changes in their relationship. Through it all, he learns that Grandpa is still Grandpa, and their bond deepens and sweetens through a shared love of ice cream. Ice Cream with Grandpa : a loving story for kids about Alzheimer's and dementia offers support for children and parents on their own journeys in maintaining meaningful connections with loved ones with Alzheimer's and other dementias. It gives children the opportunity to ask questions and address their fears, and provides a gentle opening for parents to begin conversations on the difficult subjects of hospice, death, and grief"--Back cover.
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