“For thirty-five years I have defended the people who do the hardest work there is — caregivers — and for part of that time I was one, caring for my own parents, including my father through dementia. I have seen caregiving from the courtroom, the conference table, and the kitchen at 3 a.m. The Caregiver’s Advocate, Volume 3 understands all of it. What sets this book apart is its honesty. Twenty voices from four countries refuse to pretend caregiving is graceful. They tell the truth, the exhaustion, the guilt, the grief, and the unexpected grace, and then they do something rarer still: they hand you strategies you can actually use.
This is not a book of theory. It is a field guide, a companion, and a reminder that no one should walk this road alone.
That it exists at all is a tribute to Debbie Compton, whose steadfast commitment to caregivers — now spanning three volumes — has turned hard-won experience into a lifeline for families everywhere. Read it. Then keep it close.”
~Rebecca Adelman, Esq. founder of Adelman Firm, and the founder of Guide Path, an international risk management and education certification program for senior living.
“This collection of personal stories of courageous and creative caregiving challenges, wisdom gleaned from lived experience, and nourishing advice gives struggling caregivers a beacon of light to help guide them when they need it most. The repeated offering of connection and support is heartfelt and comforting and the resources are invaluable.”
~ Julia L. Mayer, Psy.D., co-author of The AARP Caregiver Answer Book and AARP Meditations for Caregivers
“As a wedding officiant, I’ve married more than 150 couples. At some point in our many conversations, I always thanked my couples for putting more love into the world. I saw their commitment to each other and to the families who raised them as a growing tapestry of beauty and strength that could encourage others when the road turned rocky. The honest threads of each story in The Caregiver’s Advocate weave an equally strong tapestry. These stories educate, encourage, and show how to express love when the language of a lifetime fails. These stories make the world a better place.”
~ Zita Christian, host and producer of My Spouse Has Dementia, short-listed for the 2025 International Women’s Podcast Awards.
“The Caregiver’s Advocate, Volume 3 is another beautifully curated collection offering what caregivers need most: honest stories, practical wisdom, and the steady reminder that they are not alone. With compassion, clarity, and hard-earned insight, this volume transforms lived experiences into usable guidance for the daily realities of care. It is both a hand on the shoulder and a light on the path.”
~ Susie Singer Carter, filmmaker, advocate, director/producer of No Country for Old People and My Mom and The Girl (Oscar Qualified), co-host/producer of Love Conquers Alz (Best Podcast New Media FIlm Festival 2020, Best Dementia Podcast 2025, Goodpods)