Nancy’s New Book, Get UP! Defy Aging with Movement, Coming SOON!
Many adults over 50 think it’s normal for their activity to decline. Truth is, movement as we age is not only possible, it is more important than ever. Nancy Alexander, PT, explains why with evidence-based facts and stories from her 25 years as a physical therapist and certified fitness professional. She’ll inspire you while showing you the how. Here, you’ll create your own action plan and partner with your own health professionals to move effectively and safely. She’ll even help identify appropriate exercises for you based on your activity level. You can improve your strength, mobility and balance at any age. Get up, keep moving, and make your next years your best years.
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“An Unlikely Gift” available NOW
Nancy Alexander, Physical Therapist, shares the story of her journey with her father, who lived with dementia for the last 18 years of his life. As his caregiver, she learned a lot about her father and even more about herself. With this book, she hopes to inspire others to appreciate the road they are on and to welcome the gift that awaits.
It is a love story. Always close to her father, this journey drew them even closer. Nancy had medical training and knowledge to help along the way. But, in the end, her heart was her strongest compass.
Sometimes we don’t choose our journeys, they choose us. More and more of us will be called upon to be caregivers at some point in our lives. Not only can you survive it, you can thrive. Better days are ahead and they begin with you.
An Unlikely Gift is now available in paperback and as an e-book. Find it here: https://amzn.to/2DBR0OC. (Please copy and paste this link to your browser)
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November 6, 2018
For Immediate Release
“An Unlikely Gift” by Nancy Alexander, PT Available Now in Paperback and as an E-book
What good could possibly come from caregiving for someone with dementia? Plenty, it turns out.
In “An Unlikely Gift,” Nancy Alexander, Physical Therapist, shares the story of her journey with her father, who lived with dementia for the last 18 years of his life. As his caregiver, she learned a lot about her father and even more about herself. With this book, she hopes to inspire others to appreciate the road they are on and to welcome the gift that awaits.
This is a love story. Always close to her father, this journey drew them even closer. Nancy had medical training and knowledge to help along the way. But, in the end, her heart was her strongest compass.
Sometimes we don’t choose our journeys, they choose us. More and more of us will be called upon to be caregivers at some point in our lives. Not only can you survive it, you can thrive. Better days are ahead and they begin with you.
An Unlikely Gift is a memoir of my relationship with my father that helps provide guidance and inspiration to those caring for someone with dementia. My goal is to share some inspiration to care-giving children to help them appreciate the road they are on. Care-giving is difficult. I challenge others to see this as a gift, an unlikely gift.
-Nancy Alexander, PT
Praise for “An Unlikely Gift”
“Nancy did a wonderful job presenting the loving relationship between father and daughter and the challenges which dementia places on those relationships. Although her introduction notes this is not a “how to” book, I believe it will help provide insight and guidance to caregivers of those beginning their dementia journey.”
~Dr. Gary Kochersberger, MD, Geriatric Medicine Specialist
“Reading ‘An Unlikely Gift’ is a gift in itself. The stories and events of a father and a loving daughter are so heart-wrenching, sweet and loving. Nancy’s journey will help one better appreciate relationships, caregiving, dedication and love. Her growth through the pages and her career changing decisions has brought her to a life of helping others appreciate life itself.”
~Bob Locke, Pharmacist and retired health care administrator
“Being a caregiver is one which is difficult and challenging. In ‘An Unlikely Gift,’ Nancy shares the patience, selflessness and tenderness needed to navigate this overwhelming time. And she does it with unwavering love and respect for her father and herself. We are blessed to have her as an instructor as she guides senior adults to live their best lives with her well-researched skills and life experiences.”
~Ann E. Cunningham, Executive Director, OASIS Rochester
About the author
Nancy Alexander is a licensed physical therapist with a passion to serve adults over 50 to help make their next years their best years. Nancy has treated thousands of patients over her 25-year career in many different settings. She holds numerous specialist certifications including Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association, Senior Fitness Specialist with the American Council on Exercise, Licensed Buff Bones® Instructor, and an LSVT BIG® Certified Clinician. Over 50 herself, her mission is to provide hope and guidance to others to help them feel better, move better and live better.
Nancy owns Professional Movement Solutions, LLC where she works privately with adults and teaches specialized fitness classes both in person and virtually. Her online classes are very popular with participants enrolled from across the country. She holds a degree from the University of Buffalo in Physical Therapy and from SUNY College at Oswego in English/Writing Arts. She regularly serves an engaged community via her Aging Well Now/Living Well Now blog. She is a published author, popular speaker and actively engaged in organizations mentoring others. Before gaining her physical therapy degree in her 30’s, Nancy worked as a marketing and public relations professional at major firms in New York City and Rochester, NY.
Nancy cared for her father for 18 years after her mother died which inspired her to write a memoir about their relationship and journey titled, “An Unlikely Gift: Finding Inspiration Caring for My Father with Dementia.” This was Nancy’s first book and was published in September 2018.
A self-described athlete, Nancy continues to stay active playing golf, pickleball, biking as well as exercising regularly. While managing her own injuries along the way she’s had to make some choices, but stopping isn’t one of them.
Physical therapy… group instruction… community educator. How can I help you? Call 585 406-0526 or email me at nancy@agingwellnow.com to find out more.
Photos
Jim and Nancy Alexander. This portrait was taken in 2009 by Deron Berkhof. (Shared with permission)
Speaking Opportunities
I would love to help you or your organization honor caregivers and help provide guidance and inspiration to help all who are on this journey. If you are interested in hosting a Caregiver Conversation, please reach out to me and I would be happy to customize a program to meet the needs of your group.
“We are blessed to have Nancy as an instructor as she guides senior adults to live their best lives with her well-researched skills and life experiences.”
Ann E. Cunningham
Executive Director, OASIS Rochester
Nancy Alexander, PT
585 406-0526
Nancy@agingwellnow.com