Author and educator Frances H. Kakugawa will conduct a series of book signings on Maui and in Hilo this month, as well as in Honolulu in June, for her latest title on taking care of people with Alzheimer’s disease.
Her new book, "I Am Somebody: Bringing Dignity and Compassion to Alzheimer’s Caregiving" (Watermark Publishing, 2014), recommends viewing the responsibility as a gift, not a burden.
Born in Kapoho, Hawaii island, she has written 11 books and has a caregiving advice column in the Hawaii Herald, "Dear Frances." Her previous works include "Mosaic Moon: Caregiving Through Poetry," "Wordsworth Dances the Waltz" and "Breaking the Silence." Books will be available at her events.
Her schedule follows:
» Tuesday: 5 to 6 p.m., Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole St. No. 101, Hilo. Contact Chris Ridley at the Alzheimer’s Association to reserve a seat, 443-7360.
» Saturday: 9 to 11 a.m., Hale Mahaolu Elima Community Hall, 11 Mahaolu St., Kahului. For more information call Lynsey at 242-8636 or Kathleen at 871-5804. No reservation required.
» May 30: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Basically Books, 160 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo.
» June 3: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Kahala Nui Retirement Community, Diamond Head Room, 4389 Malia St., Hawaii Kai.
Reservations are required. Contact Jody Mishan, 295-2624 or jmishan@hawaii.rr.com.
