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Run Walk Crawl - by Sarahbeth Persiani (Paperback)

Run Walk Crawl - by  Sarahbeth Persiani (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><em>Run, Walk, Crawl- A Caregiver Caught Between Generations</em> is gaining attention and accolades from readers, reviewers and experts alike. Touching upon modern day issues, this highly relevant memoir was named: </p><ul><li>National Indie Excellence(R) Award (NIEA) Winner for Caregiving</li><li>National Indie Excellence(R) Award (NIEA) Finalist, Book Cover Design (Non-Fiction)</li><li>Winner in the 2021 Next Generation Indie Book Award (NGIBA) - Christian<em> </em></li><li>Silver Medal in the Independent Publisher Book Awards (IPPY) - Non-Fiction Cover Design</li><li>American Book Fest's 2020 Best Book Award Finalist in Christian Inspirational and Women's Issues </li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Why would a woman, at the height of her career- leave? </em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>The workplace can serve as both a buffer zone and field of landmines for someone in a family caregiver's state of mind. In<em> Run, Walk, Crawl- A Caregiver Caught Between Generations</em>, Sarahbeth Persiani provides a deeply personal account of what it's like to live the pressure-cooker lifestyle of working full-time while caring for her family, an elderly parent, and least of all, herself.</p><p> </p><p>Readers trek alongside Sarahbeth during her caregiving years, catching a glimpse into modern day issues of hoarding, opioid addiction, dementia, women's health, and sibling differences, all while navigating the healthcare system and todays multi-generational workforce.</p><p> </p><p>By no means prescriptive, but with honesty, humility and a smattering of 1970's throwback references, this story offers relatable insights into one woman's transformation with lessons for us all.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"In this book childhood memories combine with family histories to create a moving tapestry of a loving family fiercely dedicated to the well-being of a member, even when things are seemingly at their worst . . .</p><p>Readers navigating a similar "onslaught of family responsibility" may feel less alone after reading this book--and have a better understanding of what works and what doesn't. A brave, soul-searching first-hand account of the risks and rewards of caregiving."</p><p>-- Kirkus Reviews</p><p>"In Run, Walk, Crawl, Sarahbeth Persiani shares the 24/7 perspective on the days and nights of a daughter, mother, sister, wife and employee. The impact of Sarahbeth's personal caregiving experience on her career is as heart-breaking as her personal losses. Her memoir is a poignant reminder to everyone that our co-workers often show up to work weary from their other job--caring for a family member. You'll feel as if Sarahbeth is a close friend bearing her soul to you as you read her gripping and honest account. Highly recommended."</p><p>-- Denise M. Brown, founder of CareGiving.com</p><p>"A must read for any human resource professional--or any people manager for that matter--who seeks to understand the pressures on and perspective of the millions of working caregivers whose workdays stretch around the clock. Sarahbeth Persiani's personal story eloquently illustrates the non-stop pressures on working caregivers that can lead to collisions between work and life."</p><p>-- Joyce Maroney, Executive Director, Workforce Institute at Kronos</p><br>

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