Joan, On Her Own

by Jillian Calder

Joan On Her Own chronicles the decision of a family to move their elderly mother, Joan, into a retirement community, Told with warmth, authenticity, and heart, it captures the best and worst of family dynamics. Joan's delight at having the independence she has longed for is short lived; she begins a spiral of cognitive decline that demands greater family intervention. It highlights the unlikely pairing of two siblings as they become long-distance advocated of their mother.

352 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2019

Reviews

[Susan A · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved the book but was disappointed that it left you hanging. Guess I have to buy her next book to get the ending.