The US Census Bureau tells us that the retired and retiring populations are in the majority. Those born between 1945 and 1964 are now tasked with the care of the previous generation, from choosing housing to selecting final resting place. Julie-Allyson Ieron, through personal experience and extensive interviews and research, has compiled a resource that will inform as well as delight. Yes, delight! Choose from chapters such as:1 . Grandpa Can’t Jump (slowing down)2 . Swingin’ Seniors (independence as long as possible)3 . The Bionic Parent (21st-century medical miracles)4 . Visiting Nurse Kratchet (rehab)5 . Grumpy Old Men (and Women) (complaining)6 . Where Everybody Knows Your Name (chronic doctor’s office visits)7 . An Achy, Breaky Heart (life-threatening medical issues)8 . Showdown @ High Noon (patient advocate)9 . He’s Fallen and Can’t Get Up (living alone)10 . Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? (moving in)11 . Bringing Up Baby (caregivers with children)12 . Taming the Grinch (anger)Although this can be an overwhelming time of life, it can be managed and even enjoyed. If you are the pickle in the middle of the sandwich generation, this book is for you!
Julie-Allyson Ieron (pronounced: I-RUN) is celebrating 25 years as an author, writing coach, editor, and conference speaker. Premiering this fall is:
The Julie-Allyson Ieron Bible Reference Collection on WORDsearch 9.0.
It features 9 of Julie's books linked with 75 Bible reference resources. Additionally, most of her books are now available in MP3 audio and epub, as well as print and Amazon Kindle formats.
Her book, The Overwhelmed Woman's Guide to ... Caring for Aging Parents has been a featured resource for Focus on the Family, where she recently was a radio guest.
Her Sisters in Faith Bible Study series features contemporary, cutting edge themes from the lives of Bible women, blended with true-to-life stories from modern-day women.
A committed believer in Jesus Christ, Julie is passionate about coming alongside others to encourage them to pursue an ever-deepening relationship with Christ. As part of her mission, she speaks to writer's conferences, women's retreats, single adult groups, and other Christian gatherings. She is a frequent guest on radio and TV broadcasts.
Julie blogs at womencareforagingparents.blogspot.com
She has collaborated on books for Broadman & Holman, Moody Publishers, and Crossway helping craft the messages of such well-known authors as Adrian and Joyce Rogers, E.V. Hill, and many others. Julie is a Mentor/Master Craftsman with the Jerry B. Jenkins Christian Writer's Guild, and was a Contributing Writer for Today's Christian Woman and contributor to the books: A Complete Guide to Writing for Publication and Writers on Writing.
Julie manages her own writing and public relations company. She holds a bachelor's degree in business management from Anderson University and a master's degree in journalism from Ball State University.
