Reader's Comments

It's terrific.  I really, really like it, starting with its tone.   For all the heavy stuff in there, the pages have an engaging breeziness to them.  It's an example of the difference between serious and grim.  Serious, yes; grim, no.  Filled with terrific advice.

L.H., Maryland

I think it is wonderfully written! 

Dr. Clarence Brown
President/CEO
M. D. Anderson Cancer Center Orlando

This is a rare gem for the caregiver that weaves practicality, quality and effectiveness into a versatile tool that addresses mind, body and spirit.  I highly recommend it!  This is a great gift for searching caregivers.

Jeanne Miller-Clark
Manager
Mind/Body/Spirit Center
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Orlando

Excellent!  The writing is thoughtful, insightful and unpretentious.  What is most valuable is that it gives the caregiver permission to take care of him/herself. 

Deborah Amdur M.D.

My mother called me up crying the other day when she received her book in the mail.  It had a huge impact on her.  She kept saying they were not sad tears though…Thank you. 

Rebecca S. Florida

A friend gave me a copy of A Touch of Hope.  I read it cover to cover sitting outside in the warm sun.  It's wonderful; full of good ideas, insights, and support.  It is not easy to be in the trenches.  I have thought of friends I want to share this book with.  Your point was driven home, this morning when I went on-line to write you, and I see that Dana Reeve died of lung cancer today.  We as caregivers must take care of ourselves.  Thank you for reminding me.  I am facing some new issues with my Mom and things are getting tougher not easier. Your book came just at the right time Thank you. 

Anonymous

Kudos on your book!  I loved reading it.  The format made it so easy to read. Being an ex-hospice nurse and a caregiver to various family members, I know the information is very valuable!

Rosemary, Florida

It is great and so inspiring to see you turn your difficult experiences into pro-active wisdom. You kick ass!

Kellie, Florida

All the stats and info about caregivers post-care stress symptoms…It was definitely something that I had been personally experiencing.  I’ve felt some of these and had been trying to work through them for some time.  It was just so very impactful to see it on paper.   Anyway, I had been having trouble communicating and understanding what was going on with me for months.  Unexplained anger towards my Mom, mood swings, trouble sleeping, health issues etc… Thank you so much for that validation.  Get used to hearing that you are inspiring, because you are. 

M.L., Florida

Our daughter, Rebecca, gave me your book to help me cope with the stress of her dad's lymphoma. Though he's been in remission for nearly 3 years, I find comfort in its pages. When a spouse is ill, the whole family has the disease!  Now I'd like another copy to help a friend going through a similar situation with her husband.  Thank you for helping heal the care-giver.

Ruth Ann, Connecticut

I love your book.  It is sensitive and thoughtful.  We like the format also. 

Janice and Bert, Texas