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Confessions of an Imperfect Caregiver
Confessions of an Imperfect Caregiver
Confessions of an Imperfect Caregiver
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Bobbi Carducci’s life was about to change. Her ill father-in-law 's odd behavior was a mystery when he came to live with her and Mike. For the next seven years Bobbi did everything she could to save him from himself—while he tried to convince everyone that he didn’t need her and that she was crazy.

Caregiver Bobbi took on “the system” and Rodger’s Schizophrenia, Parkinson’s disease, Age Related Dementia, Dysphagia, C.O.P.D, and Congestive Heart Failure.

"Brutally honest and written from the heart, Carducci’s intimate chronicle of caring for her father-in-law is a poignant story of strength, compassion, and humor that will linger with you long after you read the last page. Highly recommended for anyone caring for an elderly parent.”
Jan Neuharth, author of the Hunt Country Suspense novels

"Confessions of an Imperfect Caregiver, perfectly encapsulates the human experience, not just the caregiver's. When we live in a world of worry, stress and self-doubt, where do we find the strength to go on? Bobbi's retelling of her caregiving years unfolds in a beautiful answer to the questions posed by sickness, health, care, and loss."
Alexandra Axel, Media Director, The Caregiver Space

Bobbi is an award winning author and multi published short story writer. Her work has appeared in numerous anthologies and publications, in print and online. Bobbi’s website and blog can be found at www.bobbicarducci.com and theimperfectcaregiver.com. Bobbi also blogs monthly for TheCaregiverSpace.org and AgingCare.com.

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Release dateJul 15, 2014
ISBN9781311318633
Confessions of an Imperfect Caregiver
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Bobbi Carducci

Bobbi is an award winning author and multi published short story writer. Her work has appeared in numerous anthologies and publications, in print and online. Bobbi’s website and blog can be found at www.bobbicarducci.com and theimperfectcaregiver.com. Bobbi also blogs monthly for TheCaregiverSpace.org and AgingCare.com.

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    Confessions of an Imperfect Caregiver by Bobbi Carducci

    This is the story of Bobbi Cardduci's life while taking care of her aging Father-in-law. Bobbi chose to take on the role of care giver to her father-in-law who was suffering with many different conditions; Schizophrenia, Parkinson's Disease, Dementia, Dysphagia, C.O.P.D and Congestive heart failure.

    Bobbie tells her story from the heart. She is honest, and explains the daily challenges, rewards, and frustrations being a care giver. From dealing with incompetent medical professionals, to the erratic moods of her father-in-law. She is honest and open and also tells the good and the challenging parts of being a care giver.

    I really loved Bobbi's honesty, baring her innermost feelings. I have personally been a caretaker for several family members, so I was able to relate to all of her mixed emotions.

    I feel Confessions of an Imperfect Caregiver is a great read and readers of all genres will enjoy this read. At some point in life most people will be faced with caring for an aging parent and reading Bobbi's beautifully written story touched my heart in so many ways.

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