Still Me: Accepting Alzheimer's Without Losing Yourself

by Rebecca S. Chopp

Overview

Alzheimer's is scary. But you can still find ways to be you after the diagnosis.

Rebecca Chopp never expected a routine annual checkup to uncover symptoms that ultimately revealed she has early-stage Alzheimer's disease. The news was devastating.

After recovering from the shock, Rebecca knew the next steps: retire from her stressful job leading the University of Denver, hold on to the core of herself for as long as possible, and find ways each day to live well so that her remaining time with her family and friends can be as rich and meaningful as possible.

This honest and hope-filled book—Still Me—chronicles Rebecca's efforts, with the help of her family, friends, and medical team, to reshape her life for a healthy and vibrant approach to living with Alzheimer's. Based on research and experience, Rebecca provides many suggestions on how to accept the diagnosis and continue to live well.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940186147695
Publisher:	Greenleaf Book Group, LLC
Publication date:	02/27/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Sales rank:	554,814
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Rebecca S. Chopp, PhD, is an Alzheimer’s activist and educator. After retiring in 2019 due to an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Chopp co-founded Voices of Alzheimer’s. Today, she serves as a member of the Early Stage Advisory Board of the national Alzheimer’s Association, and is a member of the board of the Colorado Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Chopp is a frequent speaker and writer on timely diagnosis, research for a cure, access and affordability of drugs, and lifestyle intervention for those with Alzheimer’s.

Before Chopp’s diagnosis, she was a widely published author and editor, an ordained minister, and a renowned academic in the fields of education, philosophy, religion and feminism. Chopp served as the 18th, and first female, chancellor of the University of Denver. She has served in leadership positions at Swarthmore College, Colgate University, Emory University and Yale University. Since retiring, Chopp devotes every day to living with joy. She enjoys painting classical portraits and abstracts, hiking with her dog, reading, and spending time with family and friends.