Heartfelt, inspiring, and full of humor and pathos, this book allows readers to take a walk into a world rarely seen from the outside, a world we often misunderstand. Making Rounds with Oscar is the story of an unusual cat, the patients he serves, their caregivers, and of one doctor who learned how to listen. He teaches by example: embracing moments of life that so many of us shy away from. And his presence lets caregivers and loved ones know that it's time to say good-bye. Oscar provides comfort and companionship when people need him most. Then, as if this were his job, Oscar strides purposely into a patient's room, curls up on the bed, and begins his vigil. But he never spends much time with them - until they are in their last hours. Oscar is a welcome distraction for the residents of Steere House, many of whom are living with Alzheimer's. Apparently, this ordinary cat possesses an extraordinary gift: he knows instinctively when the end of life is near. It wasn't long before Oscar had created something of a stir. Occasionally he consented to a scratch behind the ears, but only when it suited him. David Dosa Making Rounds with Oscar: The Extraordinary Gift of an Ordinary Cat Paperback Apby David Dosa (Author) 773 ratings See all formats and editions Kindle Edition 13.99 Read with Our Free App Audiobook 0.00 Free with your Audible trial Hardcover 12.95 20 Used from 11.07 7 New from 29. He loved to stretch out in a puddle of sunlight and chase his tail until he was dizzy. When Oscar arrived at the Steere House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rhode Island he was a cute little guy with attitude.
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