Caregiving
1. A Bittersweet Season (Jane Gross)
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/030747240X
Short Description: Insightful memoir and guide on caring for aging parents and navigating the healthcare system.
Category: Caregiving
Service Area: National
Type: Book
2. Creating Moments of Joy
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1557533668
Short Description: Techniques for helping dementia patients experience joy, interaction, and meaningful connection.
Category: Caregiving
Service Area: National
Type: Book
3. How to Care for Aging Parents
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0761166769
Short Description: Comprehensive guide for adult children on caregiving, finances, housing, and emotional support.
Category: Caregiving
Service Area: National
Type: Book
4. The 36-Hour Day (Alzheimer’s Caregiving Book)
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1421441713
Short Description: Famous guide for dementia and Alzheimer’s caregivers covering behavior, care strategies, and coping.
Category: Caregiving
Service Area: National
Type: Book
5. The Validation Breakthrough (Naomi Feil)
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1557665758
Short Description: Communication techniques for dementia caregiving that reduce stress and improve connection.
Category: Caregiving
Service Area: National
Type: Book
Financial
6. The Simple Path to Wealth (J.L. Collins)
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1533667926
Short Description: Simple, practical investment and retirement planning guide suitable for seniors and retirees.
Category: Financial
Service Area: National
Type: Book
Fraud Prevention
7. Scam Me If You Can (Frank Abagnale)
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0525538968
Short Description: Practical fraud-prevention lessons from world-famous security expert; focused on modern scams.
Category: Fraud Prevention
Service Area: National
Type: Book
8. Seniors’ Guide to Protecting Finances
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CD94ZTS2
Short Description: Practical guide for seniors on avoiding scams, identity theft, and financial exploitation.
Category: Fraud Prevention
Service Area: National
Type: Book
General
9. A Handbook for Mortals
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0195166750
Short Description: Guide for those facing serious illness with practical and emotional support for families.
Category: General
Service Area: National
Type: Book
10. Aging Wisely (Robert A. Levine)
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0814436385
Short Description: Practical strategies for healthy aging, maintaining independence, and planning ahead.
Category: General
Service Area: National
Type: Book
11. Being Mortal by Atul Gawande
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0805095152
Short Description: Highly regarded book discussing aging, mortality, and making end-of-life decisions with dignity.
Category: General
Service Area: National
Type: Book
12. PBS Next Avenue – Articles & Guides
URL: https://www.nextavenue.org
Short Description: Articles on aging, finances, caregiving, lifestyle, and senior well-being.
Category: General
Service Area: National
Type: Media Resource
13. The Gift of Years (Joan Chittister)
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1933346106
Short Description: Inspirational reflections on aging gracefully, finding purpose, and embracing later life.
Category: General
Service Area: National
Type: Book
14. The Ultimate Guide to Senior Living (DFWSL Guide)
URL: https://www.dallasfortworthseniorliving.com/free-downloads
Short Description: Free downloadable guide covering senior living options, downsizing, financial topics, and care planning in DFW.
Category: General
Service Area: DFW
Type: Local Download
Government
15. Get What's Yours: The Secrets to Maxing Out Your Social Security
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1501144766
Short Description: Highly rated guide to Social Security benefits, strategies, and maximizing retirement income.
Category: Government
Service Area: National
Type: Book
16. Medicare For Dummies (Updated Edition)
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1119986432
Short Description: User-friendly guide explaining Medicare Parts A–D, supplements, enrollment rules, and fraud avoidance.
Category: Government
Service Area: National
Type: Book
Grief Support
17. On Grief and Grieving by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
URL: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0743263448
Short Description: Book explaining the five stages of grief, offering comfort to those experiencing loss.
Category: Grief Support
Service Area: National
Type: Book
