Some Early Reviews
“Dan Monahan has harvested precious
vignettes that show us what real life in nursing homes can be when at
their best—relationships built around resilience, dedication, and the
humanity we all share. Above all, the stories are about what it is to be
in relationship with each other. They reflect minds, hearts, and souls
at work. This book is a verbal highlight reel of person centered,
strengths-based relationships!”
Judah L. Ronch, Ph.D
Professor, The Erickson School of Aging
Studies
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Dr. Ronch authored Alzheimer’s Disease:
A practical guide for those who help others.
“These stories
produced memories of residents and my own loves, laughs, and losses. As
a family member I have had four loved ones become residents here. I am
overwhelmed with a feeling of gratitude for the care each received. They
were truly loved. Dan, thanks for sharing the positives of nursing
homes.”
Migdalia Branch, CNA/Unit Clerk
Family member of Wilfredo DeJesus, Jesus
Dueno, Blanka Santana, Owilda Santana
Cobble Hill Health Center, Brooklyn, New
York
“An insider’s view of
nursing home life, from caregivers! Open this collection of
heart-warming stories to see what becomes the everyday, the ordinary.
Dan Monahan shares the thoughts and feelings of caregivers dealing with
the joys and heartaches that come with working in long-term care
facilities. The book is a tribute to caregivers who are led by their
hearts.”
Deana Zoeller, Therapeutic Recreation
Therapist
Our Lady of Consolation Nursing and
Rehabilitation Care Center
A Member of Catholic Health Services of
Long Island
“An inspiring account
of the potential of life in our nursing homes. Dan Monahan has tapped
the best in all of us and shares not only the impact of nurturing
caregivers on the lives of residents, but the ways in which those
caregivers are touched by the individuals they serve. These are the
relationships we owe all of our seniors.”
Jeffrey D. Klein, New York State Senator
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