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Seeing Beyond The Wrinkles
In his book award-winning book, Charles Tindell makes it clear that there is no reason why we should fear aging. His collection of real-life short stories about people's feelings and experiences will give you a greater understanding of not only the fears but also the joys associated with aging. Some of the stories will make you laugh and some will make you cry, but together, they make warm and insightful reading for those in their post-retirement years, whether living independently or in a retirement facility. It is also useful for those who find themselves assuming responsibility for the parents who once so lovingly cared for them as children. It humanizes the elderly while helping the reader "see beyond the wrinkles." The National Mature Media's 1998
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Contents Uniqueness Role Models Joyfulness Wisdom Love Fortitude Friendship Caring Storytellers Listening Memories Gifts Looking Back The Journey Saying Good-bye Going Home Angels A Final Thought from the Author Endorsements
"This book gives us the rare opportunity to meet some fascinating people and learn from them; and in the process, help us face our own aging." - Horace B. Deets, Executive Director, AARP "[We are] dedicated to improving the lives of older persons and this message is carried through every anecdote and commentary in [this book]." - James P. Firman, President and CEO of The National Council on the Aging, Inc. Tindell humanizes... "the nation's nursing home residents by his well-written stories of their lives and their deaths." - Dixon Arnett, Director, California Department of Aging "Seeing Beyond The Wrinkles enlightens and lightens the heart and soul. I suggest that it be required reading for everyone." - Dixie Horning, Former Executive Director, Gray Panthers "Seeing Beyond The Wrinkles is a kind and loving book, [and] inspirational to read.... [It] is a good lesson for all of us, no matter how old we are, or how old we will be one day...." - Arthur Kornhaber, M.D., President and Founder, The Foundation for Grandparenting "Although I have worked in the field of care of the aging for over 30 years, I haven't seen many of these kind of books come along. I recommend it for all ages." - George D. Gahr, President, Christian Homes, Inc.
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