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Discussion questions by Andrew Klubertanz
 

1. Approximately 10% of people age 65 older and nearly 50% of people age 85 and older have Alzheimer’s disease. Do you know someone who has been affected by this disease?
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2. What was Frank’s response to his wife’s diagnosis? How did his wife’s disease affect Frank?
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3. Frank felt that he could handle being the primary caregiver for his wife. What did this role involve? Do you think he made the right decision? Why or why not?
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4. When his wife died, Frank became a widower struggling to cope. What did he do to cope with the loss of his wife? What resources or programs helped Frank re-engage with life?
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5. During his grieving process, Frank came to a very significant realization. What was it?
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6. What role did volunteering play in Frank’s recovery? Do you volunteer? What do you gain from it?
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7. What was Frank’s initial emotional response to his wife’s death and how did it change over time? Have you experienced the loss of a spouse or loved one? What community resources were helpful to you?
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8. Frank volunteers at a local meal site for people age 60 and older. What benefits does a meal site offer? Where is the closest meal site to your home?
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9. Frank is actively involved in the harmonica club at the 55+ Senior Center. How does he benefit from this club? How important is belonging to a group? Why?
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10. What do you think is the moral of the story?