Who’s on First? Alzheimer’s: The Terminal Descent is not a medical guide—it is a personal experience, a journey down the winding, unpredictable path of Alzheimer’s disease. In this memoir, Patricia J. Pelham invites readers into her home, her marriage, and her heart as she chronicles the progression of her husband Rick’s early-onset Alzheimer’s.
From the first subtle signs of forgetfulness to the crushing reality of severe decline, Patricia captures each stage with unflinching honesty. Through anecdotes of humor, sorrow, and resilience, she shows how the disease doesn’t just affect one person, but an entire family. With faith as her anchor and her children as her strength, she reveals the relentless challenges of caregiving—along with the fleeting, precious moments of connection that make the fight worthwhile.
This book is a testimony of love’s endurance. It speaks to anyone touched by Alzheimer’s, offering recognition, comfort, and the reminder that no caregiver walks this road alone.
Ultimately, Who’s on First? Alzheimer’s: The Terminal Descent is a story about the power of memory, the pain of loss, and the resilience of the human spirit.