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Not How It Was Supposed to Be

Seasons of Loss and Shadows of Grace in the Journey with Lewy Body Dementia

de Allison Crabtree ...

Narrado por Emily Norman ...

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3 hora 41 minutos

The world wasn't ready for Gloria Saylor.But God was.The day beautiful green-eyed Gloria came into the world a storm was brewing both off the Texas coast and in her dysfunctional home. Brilliant and more than a tad rebellious, Gloria eventually found her dreams of education and independence would never be realized. The solution? Build a wall of emotional isolation, remaining aloof even from her ... Leer más

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The world wasn't ready for Gloria Saylor.But God was.The day beautiful green-eyed Gloria came into the world a storm was brewing both off the Texas coast and in her dysfunctional home. Brilliant and more than a tad rebellious, Gloria eventually found her dreams of education and independence would never be realized. The solution? Build a wall of emotional isolation, remaining aloof even from her
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A Bittersweet Season

Caring for Our Aging Parents---And Ourselves

de Jane Gross ...

Narrado por Kate Reading ...

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15 hora 35 minutos

In telling the intimate story of caring for her aged and ailing mother, Jane Gross offers indispensable, and often surprising, advice for the rapidly increasing number of adult children responsible for aging parents.Gross deftly weaves the specifics of her personal experience—a widowed mother with mounting health problems, the attendant collision of fear and ignorance, the awkward role reversal of ... Leer más

$22.99 USD

In telling the intimate story of caring for her aged and ailing mother, Jane Gross offers indispensable, and often surprising, advice for the rapidly increasing number of adult children responsible for aging parents.Gross deftly weaves the specifics of her personal experience—a widowed mother with mounting health problems, the attendant collision of fear and ignorance, the awkward role reversal of
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Neither Married nor Single

When Your Partner Has Alzheimer’s or Other Dementia

de David Kirkpatrick MA, MD ...

Narrado por Bronson Pinchot ...

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6 hora 8 minutos

When Dr. David Kirkpatrick’s wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2007, their lives—and their marriage—would change forever. In an honest, uplifting, and sometimes heartbreaking account of loving a partner with dementia, Dr. Kirkpatrick creates a clear guide for others in similar circumstances. He shares his perspective both as a loving and grief-stricken husband coping with a profound ... Leer más

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When Dr. David Kirkpatrick’s wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2007, their lives—and their marriage—would change forever. In an honest, uplifting, and sometimes heartbreaking account of loving a partner with dementia, Dr. Kirkpatrick creates a clear guide for others in similar circumstances. He shares his perspective both as a loving and grief-stricken husband coping with a profound
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When Memory Fades

What to Expect at Every Stage, from Early Signs to Full Support for Alzheimer's and Dementia

de Nathaniel Chin, M.D. ...

Narrado por Nathaniel Chin, M.D., Will Dao ...

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14 hora 58 minutos

A geriatrician whose perspective on his specialty changed when his own father was diagnosed with dementia provides clear, calm questions to ask and tasks to tackle—as well as what not to worry about—from the first moments of concern.When Nate Chin’s father, also a doctor, began to feel his mind slipping, even a family as knowledgeable and capable as theirs was knocked back on its heels, ... Leer más

$32.99 USD

A geriatrician whose perspective on his specialty changed when his own father was diagnosed with dementia provides clear, calm questions to ask and tasks to tackle—as well as what not to worry about—from the first moments of concern.When Nate Chin’s father, also a doctor, began to feel his mind slipping, even a family as knowledgeable and capable as theirs was knocked back on its heels,
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Mother Lode

Confessions of a Reluctant Caregiver

de Gretchen Staebler ...

Narrado por Linda Jones ...

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9 hora 41 minutos

". . . makes you feel as though a kindred soul is speaking to you." —Readers' FavoriteAt the age of sixty, Gretchen Staebler promises to spend one year in her childhood home caring for her stubbornly independent ninety-six-year-old mother—sort of a middle-aged gap year. Then her mother will move to assisted living and she will return to her own life.It doesn't go as planned.Rather than a ... Leer más

$20.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

". . . makes you feel as though a kindred soul is speaking to you." —Readers' FavoriteAt the age of sixty, Gretchen Staebler promises to spend one year in her childhood home caring for her stubbornly independent ninety-six-year-old mother—sort of a middle-aged gap year. Then her mother will move to assisted living and she will return to her own life.It doesn't go as planned.Rather than a
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Children of the Aging Self-Absorbed

A Guide to Coping with Difficult, Narcissistic Parents and Grandparents

de Nina W. Brown, Ed.D., LPC ...

Narrado por Diana Blue ...

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8 hora 34 minutos

As your self-absorbed parent grows older and becomes more dependent on you, hurtful relationships may resurface and become further strained. In the tradition of Children of the Self-Absorbed, author Nina Brown offers the first book for adult children of aging narcissistic or self-absorbed parents. You will learn practical, powerful strategies for navigating the intense negative feelings that your ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

As your self-absorbed parent grows older and becomes more dependent on you, hurtful relationships may resurface and become further strained. In the tradition of Children of the Self-Absorbed, author Nina Brown offers the first book for adult children of aging narcissistic or self-absorbed parents. You will learn practical, powerful strategies for navigating the intense negative feelings that your
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Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease Stages, Treatments, and Other Medical Considerations

de Laura Town, Karen Kassel ...

Narrado por Bill Fike ...

Series Audiolibro 2 - Alzheimer's Roadmap
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1 horas 45 minutos

A diagnosis of dementia can be scary and overwhelming.But knowing what to expect can help you fight fear with knowledge.Recently updated, this book describes what is known right now about Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia, including its pathological features, the symptoms and prognosis at each stage, and the treatment options available.This book can help you recognize warning ... Leer más

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A diagnosis of dementia can be scary and overwhelming.But knowing what to expect can help you fight fear with knowledge.Recently updated, this book describes what is known right now about Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia, including its pathological features, the symptoms and prognosis at each stage, and the treatment options available.This book can help you recognize warning
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Solace in the Storm

Caring for Loved Ones of Every Generation

de Merle Griff ...

Narrado por Aimee Gironimi ...

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4 hora 2 minutos

Life can change in an instant. Even when the water seems calm, you can be thrown suddenly into the unfamiliar storm of caregiving.Most people will serve as a caregiver at some point in their lives, whether to their children, their spouse, their parents, or even their grandchildren. Despite how common the experience is, it’s difficult to find quick, easy, and practical advice to help you survive ... Leer más

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Life can change in an instant. Even when the water seems calm, you can be thrown suddenly into the unfamiliar storm of caregiving.Most people will serve as a caregiver at some point in their lives, whether to their children, their spouse, their parents, or even their grandchildren. Despite how common the experience is, it’s difficult to find quick, easy, and practical advice to help you survive
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The Early Birds

de Laurie Graham ...

Narrado por Liza Ross ...

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10 hora 47 minutos

'Why is Laurie Graham not carried on people's shoulders through cheering crowds? Her books are brilliant!' MARIAN KEYESThe Early Birds is the feel-good and funny follow-up to The Future Homemakers of America that proves that no matter what life throws at you, great friends and regular cocktails will always see you through.Peggy, the southern belle. Kath, the pragmatist with the only Norfolk accent ... Leer más

$28.99 USD

'Why is Laurie Graham not carried on people's shoulders through cheering crowds? Her books are brilliant!' MARIAN KEYESThe Early Birds is the feel-good and funny follow-up to The Future Homemakers of America that proves that no matter what life throws at you, great friends and regular cocktails will always see you through.Peggy, the southern belle. Kath, the pragmatist with the only Norfolk accent
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Happily Ever Older

Revolutionary Approaches to Long-Term Care

de Moira Welsh ...

Narrado por Moira Welsh ...

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8 hora 55 minutos

While Being Mortal (Atul Gawande) helped us understand disease and death, and Successful Aging (Daniel J. Levitin) showed us older years can be a time of joy and resilience, Happily Ever Older reveals how the right living arrangements can create a vibrancy that defies age or ability.Reporter Moira Welsh has spent years investigating retirement homes and long-term care facilities and wants to tell ... Leer más

$22.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

While Being Mortal (Atul Gawande) helped us understand disease and death, and Successful Aging (Daniel J. Levitin) showed us older years can be a time of joy and resilience, Happily Ever Older reveals how the right living arrangements can create a vibrancy that defies age or ability.Reporter Moira Welsh has spent years investigating retirement homes and long-term care facilities and wants to tell
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Forget Me Not

Loving God's Aging Children

de Elisabeth Elliot ...

Narrado por Elisabeth Martin ...

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9 minutos

What do we do when those we love are no longer able to care for themselves? How are we to face the brokenness and suffering of those to whom we once looked for strength? Elisabeth Elliot wrestled with these difficult questions while watching the steady erosion of her mother's memory - an erosion that seemed to devour every strong and noble attribute that made her mother who she was. This book ... Leer más

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What do we do when those we love are no longer able to care for themselves? How are we to face the brokenness and suffering of those to whom we once looked for strength? Elisabeth Elliot wrestled with these difficult questions while watching the steady erosion of her mother's memory - an erosion that seemed to devour every strong and noble attribute that made her mother who she was. This book
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Question of When, The

A Practical Guide to Knowing When It's Time for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Skilled Nursing

de Cory Fosco ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Cory Fosco E ...

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5 hora 7 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The Question of When is the practical guide that walks families through the entire decision, from the first warning signs to move-in day and beyond.Inside this book, you will learn:How to recognize the signs that home is no longer safe, and why most families miss them for monthsThe real differences between assisted living, memory care, and skilled ... Leer más

$12.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The Question of When is the practical guide that walks families through the entire decision, from the first warning signs to move-in day and beyond.Inside this book, you will learn:How to recognize the signs that home is no longer safe, and why most families miss them for monthsThe real differences between assisted living, memory care, and skilled
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A Cup of Tea on the Commode

My Multi-Tasking Adventures of Caring for Mom and How I Survived to Tell the Tale

de Mark Steven Porro ...

Narrado por Mark Steven Porro ...

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7 hora 25 minutos

Mark enjoyed his carefree bachelor’s life in Los Angeles. He had no steady girlfriend, no children, few responsibilities outside of work. But that all changed when “The Call” came. Genevieve, his eighty-nine-year-old mother, was on her deathbed. He rushed back to New Jersey to be by her side. Hours became days, days became weeks, then she woke up. So, he moved back into his childhood home and took ... Leer más

$23.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Mark enjoyed his carefree bachelor’s life in Los Angeles. He had no steady girlfriend, no children, few responsibilities outside of work. But that all changed when “The Call” came. Genevieve, his eighty-nine-year-old mother, was on her deathbed. He rushed back to New Jersey to be by her side. Hours became days, days became weeks, then she woke up. So, he moved back into his childhood home and took
... Leer más
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Arthritis: The Ultimate Guide to Conquering and Healing Arthritis

de Jason M. Kelsey ...

Narrado por Jessie Gross ...

Completo

22 minutos

Do you suffer from crippling arthritis?Is it ruining your quality of life every day?Are you ready for a solution that will heal it for good?Arthritis is a debilitating and painful condition that millions suffer from and most never see an end to. It can affect every aspect of life and mean an end to participation in sport, or even mild exercise in its worst case. But there are things you can, ... Leer más

$4.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Do you suffer from crippling arthritis?Is it ruining your quality of life every day?Are you ready for a solution that will heal it for good?Arthritis is a debilitating and painful condition that millions suffer from and most never see an end to. It can affect every aspect of life and mean an end to participation in sport, or even mild exercise in its worst case. But there are things you can,
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I'll Have Some of Yours

What my mother taught me about dementia, cookies, music, the outside, and her life inside a care home.

de Annette Januzzi Wick ...

Narrado por Annette Januzzi Wick ...

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8 hora 18 minutos

Annette Januzzi Wick wants to find the perfect care home for her proud, Italian mother, who is slipping further into dementia.In this memoir, she shares gripping truths about mistakes she makes before ultimately finding a place where her mother develops a crush, heckles an Elvis impersonator, and magically bonds with her daughter through Frank Sinatra’s songs. Whether she is breaking up a fight ... Leer más

$10.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Annette Januzzi Wick wants to find the perfect care home for her proud, Italian mother, who is slipping further into dementia.In this memoir, she shares gripping truths about mistakes she makes before ultimately finding a place where her mother develops a crush, heckles an Elvis impersonator, and magically bonds with her daughter through Frank Sinatra’s songs. Whether she is breaking up a fight
... Leer más
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Caregiver Guide Aging Parents: A Practical Roadmap to Compassionate Care, Difficult Decisions, and Sustainable Self-Care

de Laura Hoffmann ...

Narrado por Laura Hoffmann ...

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2 hora 12 minutos

Navigate the overwhelming shift of elder care with actionable strategies to support aging family members and yourself. When a sudden health crisis or gradual decline forces you into a role reversal, feeling lost or guilty is a completely normal response. This compassionate survival guide offers grounded advice for adult children facing an emotional earthquake.Whether you are driving between ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Navigate the overwhelming shift of elder care with actionable strategies to support aging family members and yourself. When a sudden health crisis or gradual decline forces you into a role reversal, feeling lost or guilty is a completely normal response. This compassionate survival guide offers grounded advice for adult children facing an emotional earthquake.Whether you are driving between
... Leer más
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Guide to Help Seniors With Memory: Practical Exercises, Routines, and Conversations to Keep Minds Engaged and Daily Life Easier After 60

de Helen Marlowe ...

Narrado por Helen Marlowe ...

Completo

2 hora 11 minutos

Protect cognitive health and ease everyday forgetfulness with practical memory exercises designed for life after sixty. If you are navigating the subtle shifts of aging or caring for elderly parents, this warm, reassuring guide transforms anxiety into actionable understanding. Discover how to gently strengthen mental acuity and maintain everyday independence without the pressure of becoming a ... Leer más

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Protect cognitive health and ease everyday forgetfulness with practical memory exercises designed for life after sixty. If you are navigating the subtle shifts of aging or caring for elderly parents, this warm, reassuring guide transforms anxiety into actionable understanding. Discover how to gently strengthen mental acuity and maintain everyday independence without the pressure of becoming a
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Navigating Life With Dementia: Gentle Guidance, Practical Tools, and Emotional Support for Living With Memory Loss and Caring With Dignity

de Laura Whitfield ...

Narrado por Laura Whitfield ...

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2 hora 3 minutos

Master practical caregiving strategies and find compassionate emotional support for families facing memory loss. When an unexpected health crisis disrupts your daily routine, you need a calming roadmap to navigate the difficult journey ahead. Transform the overwhelming anxiety of cognitive decline into a shared path of dignity, deep connection, and resilience.Replace feelings of isolation, ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Master practical caregiving strategies and find compassionate emotional support for families facing memory loss. When an unexpected health crisis disrupts your daily routine, you need a calming roadmap to navigate the difficult journey ahead. Transform the overwhelming anxiety of cognitive decline into a shared path of dignity, deep connection, and resilience.Replace feelings of isolation,
... Leer más
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Age in Place

A Guide to Modifying, Organizing, and Decluttering Mom and Dad’s Home; Keep Them Safe, Keep You Safe

de Lynda G. Shrager ...

Narrado por Marguerite Gavin ...

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4 hora 52 minutos

Filled with clear and practical solutions, this step-by-step, room-by-room guide to simple home modifications helps seniors make their homes safer and easier to navigate.Lynda Shrager is a registered board-certified occupational therapist, a master’s-level social worker, and a certified aging-in-place specialist (CAPS) with more than thirty-seven years’ experience in the field of geriatrics and ... Leer más

$19.95 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Filled with clear and practical solutions, this step-by-step, room-by-room guide to simple home modifications helps seniors make their homes safer and easier to navigate.Lynda Shrager is a registered board-certified occupational therapist, a master’s-level social worker, and a certified aging-in-place specialist (CAPS) with more than thirty-seven years’ experience in the field of geriatrics and
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The Complete Family Guide to Dementia

Everything You Need to Know to Help Your Parent and Yourself

de Thomas F. Harrison, Brent P. Forester ...

Narrado por Allison Posner ...

Completo

8 hora 59 minutos

If you are facing the unique challenges of caring for a parent with dementia, you are not alone. What do you do when your loved one so plainly needs assistance, but is confused, angry, or resistant to your help? Where can you find the vital information you need, when you need it? Journalist Thomas Harrison and leading geriatric psychiatrist Brent Forester show that you don’t have to be a medical ... Leer más

$16.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

If you are facing the unique challenges of caring for a parent with dementia, you are not alone. What do you do when your loved one so plainly needs assistance, but is confused, angry, or resistant to your help? Where can you find the vital information you need, when you need it? Journalist Thomas Harrison and leading geriatric psychiatrist Brent Forester show that you don’t have to be a medical
... Leer más
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Alzheimer's: A Caregiver’s Guide to Love, Loss, and Holding on (Practical Holistic Guide to Memory Support, Daily Care, and Cognitive Wellness)

de Andres Gilligan ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Madison G ...

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3 hora 13 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Alzheimer disease is a compassionate, evidence-based guide designed for patients and caregivers who want safe, practical ways to support brain health alongside prescribed medical treatment.This book does not promise cures. Instead, it offers something far more valuable—clears guidance, daily routines, and emotional reassurance grounded in science and ... Leer más

$11.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Alzheimer disease is a compassionate, evidence-based guide designed for patients and caregivers who want safe, practical ways to support brain health alongside prescribed medical treatment.This book does not promise cures. Instead, it offers something far more valuable—clears guidance, daily routines, and emotional reassurance grounded in science and
... Leer más
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¿Qué hago? Mis padres están envejeciendo

de Yolanda Burgos ...

Narrado por Francia Castañeda ...

Completo

3 hora 55 minutos

"El libro cumple una doble función: responde de manera práctica y humana a las preguntas que se hacen los hijos sobre cómo tener una relación más sana con sus padres cuando envejecen y a las que nos hacemos los de 60 y más sobre cómo queremos que sea nuestro futuro." -Concha León Portilla ... Leer más

$10.69 USD

"El libro cumple una doble función: responde de manera práctica y humana a las preguntas que se hacen los hijos sobre cómo tener una relación más sana con sus padres cuando envejecen y a las que nos hacemos los de 60 y más sobre cómo queremos que sea nuestro futuro." -Concha León Portilla
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Self-Care for Caregivers

A Practical Guide to Caring for You While You Care for Your Loved One

de Susanne White ...

Narrado por Jackie Sanders ...

Completo

4 hora 45 minutos

Take care of yourself as you care for others with this accessible, easy-to-follow self-care guide to relax and rejuvenate.It’s been said that there are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will become caregivers, and those who will need caregivers. Chances are you or someone you know is taking care of a loved one at ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

Take care of yourself as you care for others with this accessible, easy-to-follow self-care guide to relax and rejuvenate.It’s been said that there are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will become caregivers, and those who will need caregivers. Chances are you or someone you know is taking care of a loved one at
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Healthy Happy And Thriving After 60 A Guide To Longevity And Vitality

de Robert Jakobsen ...

Narrado por Robert Jakobsen ...

Completo

2 hora 5 minutos

Rediscover the Joy of Living—Healthy, Happy & Thriving After 60!Aging isn't about slowing down—it's about thriving! Healthy, Happy, and Thriving After 60 is your ultimate guide to embracing this exciting chapter of life with energy, confidence, and renewed purpose. Whether you're looking to boost your physical health, cultivate a strong mindset, or redefine what it means to age, this book offers ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Rediscover the Joy of Living—Healthy, Happy & Thriving After 60!Aging isn't about slowing down—it's about thriving! Healthy, Happy, and Thriving After 60 is your ultimate guide to embracing this exciting chapter of life with energy, confidence, and renewed purpose. Whether you're looking to boost your physical health, cultivate a strong mindset, or redefine what it means to age, this book offers
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