"Here are the tools for geriatric care and utterly transforming the experience of aging."

– Deane Juhan, author of Job's Body

"A treasure that every caregiver and health professional should read."

– Dr. Bernie Siegel, author of Love, Medicine and Miracles

"A captivating book, derived from years of service. In Dawn’s words I hear a kind heart and sacred humanity that offer deep healing and comfort. Many other voices are incorporated in this profound tell; voices of clients, therapists, families and others who are in the service of or connected to the ill & dying."

– Daniella Prag, Haifa, Israel

"I was looking for a book that would work as a possible text book in my teaching of 'Touch Therapy for the Terminally Ill' and this book far exceeded my expectations. This is so worth the read for everyone!!!!"

– David E. Dowdy, Bakersfield, California

"This moving book is an inspiration to anyone who intuitively knows the sacred nature of caring for the elderly and the ill. Dawn inspires the reader to use intention, touch and gentle massage to provide comfort for and connect with those who are ill, elderly or dying. This book is a jewel as it combines practical approaches with the underlying spiritual nature of the work of caregiving."

– Ann Catlin, Springfield, Missouri

"This beautiful book captures the soul of touch. In my work as a massage therapist with hospice and elderly patients, I return to it again and again. . . But more than this, it deepens my practice with all clients and resonates with the very best of me, enriching all my relationships."

– Robert T. Parker, massage therapist