The Unlatched Door: A Collection of Poetry - Softcover

Potts M.D., Daniel C.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 149477951X ISBN 13: 9781494779511

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014

Synopsis

"I made it to the manger all alone, as winter wind turned 'water like a stone.' The ones who came and worshiped there before had thought to leave, unlatched, the stable door... For those whose journey seems to them so far I, too, in leaving left the door ajar..." This collection of poetry with themes of hope and gratitude celebrates the gift of artful expression and its tendency to foster creativity in others, to unlatch the door to the self. The author's inspiration for writing was his own father's emergence as a watercolor artist in the throes of Alzheimer's disease.

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About the Author

Daniel C. Potts, M.D. is a neurologist, author, educator and champion of those with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and their caregivers. He was chosen by the American Academy of Neurology as the 2008 Donald M. Palatucci Advocate of the Year, and has been designated an Architect of Change by Maria Shriver. Inspired by his father’s transformation from saw miller to watercolor artist in the throes of dementia through person-centered care and the expressive arts, Dr. Potts seeks to make these therapies more widely available through his foundation, Cognitive Dynamics (www.cognitivedynamics.org). Additionally he is passionate about promoting self-preservation and dignity for all persons with cognitive impairment. He lives with his wife and two daughters in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 149477951X
• ISBN 13: 9781494779511
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 228