Searching for Cecy: Reflections on Alzheimer's [Paperback]

Judy Prescott (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 25, 2011

In beautifully written and illustrated Mom's Choice Gold Award winning tribute, poet Judy Prescott reflects on her mother’s unexpected journey through the tribulations of Alzheimer’s and her own struggle to find peace. Each poem is paired with artwork contributed by members of the Prescott family, visually illuminating the uncertainty that prevails when a loved one braves a devastating illness. Prescott’s poignant and intimate verse offers solace to those facing the challenges of Alzheimer’s today, as well as their family and friends.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“I wish Searching for Cecy could somehow be mandatory reading for all carepartners. It is impossible not to feel the salty Maine waves blow across your cheek as you read and re-read Judy’s compassionate poetry.”  —Joanne Koenig-Coste, author, Learning To Speak Alzheimer’s

“Searching For Cecy is a thoughtful read, very much recommended.”  —Midwest Book Review

About the Author

Judy Prescott is a poet and an actress whose most recent roles include episodes of Bones, Cold Case, Grey's Anatomy, and True Blood, and the films Hit and Runway and Islander. She lives in Los Angeles, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 84 pages
• Publisher: Live Consciously Publishing (November 25, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0955465613
• ISBN-13: 978-0955465611
• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.2 x 8.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,365,849 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

ABOUT THE AUTHOR


Judy Prescott, born in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, has spent the past twenty-five years working as a professional actress. Based in both New York City and Los Angeles, she has performed many roles on stage and screen. Her most recent work includes episodes of True Blood, Grey's Anatomy, Cold Case, Bones, and the films Islander and Hit and Runway.
Judy started writing poems as a child in order to better understand the world around her. She began reading her poetry publicly fifteen years ago in Los Angeles where she currently lives with her husband and daughter.

www.judyprescott.com

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful! August 9, 2011

By Gemini Adams

Format:Paperback

Alzheimer's is a traumatizing experience for the entire family. Watching a loved one lose their way, forget who they are and even who you are is unbelievably painful. Yet, there are moments of clarity. Moments of hilarity and times when the love of a family can transcend the day to day difficulties. Judy and her family have been able to take these moments and, using their exceptionally creative talents, create a beautiful book of art and poetry that inspires, comforts, provides insight, understanding and support to those whose lives are touched by this tragic disease. A great resource for anyone working in the field and all families facing the diagnosis of Alzheimer's.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Poignant December 10, 2011

By Dee Benson

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Anyone who has ever lived with a loved one experiencing dementia and/or Alzheimer's has a friend in this amazing book. Judy Prescott has an insight that is at once loving, tragic and oddly comforting. Her talent for putting such emotion into this reflective poetry is brilliant.
My favorite of these poems is "Proof."
"She disappears before me, silently slipping into a realm in which I don't figure....."
Profound!!!
A must have for anyone living in this nightmare of a disease.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Touching and Beautiful! December 5, 2011

By G.V.

Format:Paperback

Such a touching read filled with palpable emotion. The author trustingly exposes her heart and soul to show the true struggle between heart and head. This book shows the love of a daughter for a mother she can not yet mourn. Although far off in her mind, I'm certain that her mother will be proud.