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A Rose For Grandma: A Journey Through Alzheimer's

By Christiana Egi

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This caring story of a grandaughter coping with her beloved grandmother's dementia provides practical ways for children to help.

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A Rose For Grandma is a heartwarming story of a young Toronto girl, Annie, whose beloved grandmother is diagnosed with dementia. Although Annie is scared, devastated and confused, she commits to doing everything she can to help her grandmother.

The book provides young people with valuable information about Alzheimer’s Disease, navigating their feelings when a family member is diagnosed, and how they can help their loved ones through compassion and understanding. It also encourages families to be open about their feelings, and reminds them that, dementia impacts everyone.

Although Dementia has reached epidemic proportions globally, it's still not talked about much. My hope is that my this book which is the first one in a series of 3, will be a conversation starter.

Together, we can learn about this devastating disease, explore ways to prevent occurrences and stop dementia in its tracks.

A Rose for Grandma: A Journey Through Alzheimer’s by Christiana Egi;  Illustrations by Ramneet Kaur.


A Rose for Grandma: A Journey Through Alzheimer’s by Christiana Egi is a lovely book about a timely subject that, until recently, has not been discussed openly and honestly. When a cherished grandparent begins to lose their memory due to dementia or Alzheimer’s, it can be a frightening time for children. Sudden changes in behavior and mood due to memory loss can turn a loved one into someone who is no longer the familiar and comfortable friend. In A Rose for Grandma, Annie notices the changes in her grandmother: Grandma no longer enjoys baking cakes or working in the garden with her rose bushes. Sometimes Grandma is sad or even angry; other times, she stares into space, acting confused. It is a sad and difficult time for Annie and her family.


A Rose for Grandma is a well-written and compassionate story for middle schoolers, presenting a clear explanation of dementia while supplying practical helps that children can employ to remain connected to their grandparents. The design and layout, with its splash blue color background, projects a soothing vibe. The beautiful illustrations by Ramneet Kaur perfectly complement and enhance the text.


I was touched by this story and impressed with the careful explanation of a devastating yet all-too-common disease. A grandparent with dementia can make a child feel helpless; the practical suggestions that Egi provides can assuage those feelings.


I highly recommend this book to any middle school-aged child (and adults) dealing with a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia.


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Susan Bailey

I have authored 2 books, "River of Grace" & "Louisa May Alcott: Illuminated by The Message." I contributed to “Alcott’s Imaginary Heroes: The Little Women Legacy” & “The Catholic Mom's Prayer Companion.” I am the curator of louisamayalcottismypassion.com; I have a personal blog at beasone.org.

A Rose For Grandma: A Journey Through Alzheimer's

Written by Christiana Egi

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Synopsis

A Rose For Grandma is a heartwarming story of a young Toronto girl, Annie, whose beloved grandmother is diagnosed with dementia. Although Annie is scared, devastated and confused, she commits to doing everything she can to help her grandmother.

The book provides young people with valuable information about Alzheimer’s Disease, navigating their feelings when a family member is diagnosed, and how they can help their loved ones through compassion and understanding. It also encourages families to be open about their feelings, and reminds them that, dementia impacts everyone.

Although Dementia has reached epidemic proportions globally, it's still not talked about much. My hope is that my this book which is the first one in a series of 3, will be a conversation starter.

Together, we can learn about this devastating disease, explore ways to prevent occurrences and stop dementia in its tracks.

A Rose For Grandma: A Journey Through Alzheimer's

Written by Christiana Egi

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34 Comments

Valentino Buoro – Great work. Great concept. Catching them young
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almost 4 years ago
Alex E – This is a must-read! Such a great way to educate people, especially children, about Alzheimer’s!
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almost 4 years ago
Christopher Boddie – I have recently entrusted my mother who is suffering with dementia to the care of Christiana and her staff. This book has assisted my children with a better understating of the changes to their grandmother. Excellent book!!!
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almost 4 years ago
Fynda Obaitan – This is an amazing read! Learnt a lot about dementia even as an adult I recommend this to all educational institutions -Fynda
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over 3 years ago
Angela Wallinson – It's an amazing book and it reflects the compassionate nature of the writer. I will encourage my young daughter to read the book .
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over 3 years ago
Demo Sky – This book enlightens both children and adults a clear understanding of Alzheimer’s and dementia that affect seniors, also ensure how seniors can get a good care which can be implement in comfort with a unique interact with them.
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over 3 years ago
Nadine Russell – A solid read. I highly recommend. My Grandfather had dementia many years ago and this book would have been so useful then to help us as kids understand more.
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over 3 years ago
Josephine Las – May the good lord continue to give you more and more ideas in Jesus Christ mighty name Amen
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over 3 years ago
Fortu Alain – Great family book. I read it with my children age 9 and 12 we all enjoyed it. Good information very entertaining, educational and easy to follow.
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over 3 years ago
Alain Mafuta – Excellent book with good information.
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over 3 years ago
Debbie Tarantino-Combden – As one who has experienced a family member with Alzheimer’s, I highly recommend this book. Not only for grandchildren but for ALL to help with the understanding of Alzheimer’s and the effects it has on loved ones.
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over 3 years ago
David Mpiana – Amazing book I 100% recommend you read it will not disappoint you. When my mother is old I will keep this to read to her - david mpiana
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over 3 years ago
Isoken Guobadia – Love the simplicity of medical terms used. The illustrations are unique
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over 3 years ago
Ogidan Wilson – Very interesting and recommend for all young female
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over 3 years ago
Ghulam Shabbir – “A Rose for Grandmother” Writer: Christiana Egi Review by: Mirza Shabbir, 24-06-2021   A Rose for Grandmother is a story about Alzheimer’s Disease by Christiana Egi. Here, Christiana Egi chose a blooming and meaningful name for her book i.e. “A Rose for grandmother”. Blood relations are beautiful face of the society and Christiana painfully felt that a weak family system is spreading its wings in the society which is death of ethics. So she gave first impression path through “A Rose for Grandmother”.    There is a hope, life and freshness of a flower in the title page. This heart touching title is a springy breeze in today’s scorching noon. The writer’s mind set is impressive that she meaningfully focused on title. In the garden of publication, it is a main gate of any book. This imaginary step, I mean giving a friendly name to this book, she attracted the common readers by saying that peace and love is need of this universe. The plot of the story is related to society where the author is living and completing her dreams and plans for the future, which is a realistic thing that takes place in the grading of any literary piece. The writer chose an event from the society and gifted it to the new generation as a road map of life. This sympathetic topic wetted the eye’s corner and awoke the sleepy passions of love and care. This world stands for love and Christiana, the writer, presented an evergreen Rose to the older people. It doesn’t mean that this is just a flower which is presented to the sick person, I think this symbol has many aspects, out of which the one is love, care and shelter from new generation to the older people. The useful knowledge regarding Alzheimer’s and dementia has been narrated effectively in the book, according to the scenes and situations. This was difficult step which has been painted properly by the author. She is well-wisher of all ages. It is the author’s first book and I am astonished how easy she discovered the soul of literary tomb.   Overall, I found this book as a smart study. This topic is the basic thought of these days, which demands our time. The author tried in a best way to join the broken relations between the old and young ones. There is a literary mind set in her writing and I hope Christiana Egi will continue her writing journey.  
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over 3 years ago
Elisse Hill – What an amazing book! I recommend this for any family that is dealing with a dementia diagnosis.
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over 3 years ago
Dr. MacDonald Aloko – Nice work. Great and brilliant thought. Keep it up
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over 3 years ago
Bose Lawani Aiiku – I wish you the best of luck.
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over 3 years ago
Dora Dongo – Great job ! It will help many in alzheimer.
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over 3 years ago
Paul Adeji-Paul – Excellent and amazing book. So detailed and educating. I recommend it to all especially my colleagues in the field of care!
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over 3 years ago
Padmini Gunawardena – This is my Boss and she did a amazing job. We must by this book and read . It say's. Family's to understand about Alzhemer's!
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over 3 years ago
Richard Bagudu – In A Rose for Grandma: A Journey Through Alzheimer's, Christiana Egi used a simple but effective literary tool to educate children about Alzheimer's and to answer their specific question, "what is wrong with grandma?" This is a great book.
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over 3 years ago
Lalit Tiwari – I love this book.Highly recommend
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over 3 years ago
Reema verma – This is a must-read book not for children but for everyone as one day everyone gonna deal with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
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over 3 years ago
Edesigner Expert – Great book.
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over 3 years ago
About the author

Christiana Egi is a Registered Nurse, Diabetes Educator, Registered NaturalHealth Nutritionist, Geriatric and Mental Health Specialist, mother, and grandmother. For the last 22 years, she has owned and operated Alexis Lodge Retirement Facilities in Toronto, Canada, view profile

Published on April 14, 2021

Published by Mindstir Media

3000 words

Worked with a Reedsy professional 🏆

Genre:Middle Grade

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