Stories, wisdom, and companionship for caregivers
Conversations With a Caregiver
Donna Barratt shares honest moments from caring for her mother-in-law with dementia—offering recognition, encouragement, and a place to feel less alone.
The book
The manuscript is complete. Donna is currently in conversation with literary agents as she takes the next steps toward publication.
From the caregiver’s chair
Latest conversations
New reflections on dementia, family, humor, grief, and the small moments that carry us through.
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Caregivers Need A Journal
One of the best things I do is keep a journal. I open it up write the date and make notes: maybe noting Marjory’s…
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Hummingbirds, Bees, and Butterflies
Today I have some things on my to do lists that I’d like to get done, but I find myself watching our patio garden…
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Caregiving and Managing Time
A caregiver does not know from day to day, what they will face. Everyday is different. And though, in our home, life for us…
A book born from lived experience
Conversations With a Caregiver brings Donna’s stories and hard-won perspective together for families navigating dementia and long-term care. It is honest about the difficulty while making room for humor, tenderness, and hope.
You do not have to carry it alone.
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