Elle & Coach
Diabetes, the Fight for My Daughter's Life, and the Dog Who Changed Everything
by Stefany Shaheen
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Pub Date Aug 25 2015 | Archive Date Sep 28 2015
Description
Stefany Shaheen takes readers on an emotional journey as she tries everything to manage her daughter Elle's deadly and unpredictable disease, all while juggling a family of four children. Overcoming the skepticism that a dog can provide answers that medical science is still seeking, the family finds a resounding sense of peace and reassurance through Coach's near miraculous abilities as a medic-alert dog, specially trained to detect dangerous changes in blood sugar levels. Elle & Coach is a story of determination and finding hope in the most unlikely of places.
Advance Praise
"ELLE & COACH is a must-read--not just for parents of children with chronic illnesses, but for any parent who's ever wished to make life easier for a child who is struggling with something daunting. As the mom of a son who faced multiple surgeries during his childhood, I was deeply moved by Elle's experiences--and inspired by the beacon of hope that her service dog provides. I have a feeling this book is going to change a lot of lives for the better."-- Jodi Picoult, bestselling author
"In addition to being a great read, the story of ELLE & COACH will open eyes to the very real struggle of life with type 1 diabetes, and may well change the conversations we have about how to make lives better while we work toward better treatments and ultimately a cure."-- Dean Kamen, Inventor and Founder of DEKA Research & Development Corporation
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780316258760 |
| PRICE | $27.00 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Sarah M, Reviewer
Stefany Shaheen doesn't need to think when asked what was the worst day of her life. It was November 28, 2007, the day her daughter Elle was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Elle and Coach recounts the family's journey and the trials they faced managing Elle's chronic illness. Elle was active in the fight against the disease and signed up for many research studies. She and her mom also acted as delegates and spokespeople for the fight to find better treatments and a cure for this autoimmune disease. It was through their advocacy that they learned about medical service dogs who can alert to blood sugar lows and highs simply through their sense of smell. Coach is the dog that changed Elle's life.
Elle and Coach was written for adults, but is not a difficult read and may appeal to 'tween and teen readers who are interested in diabetes or medical service dogs. Elle's story is a strong and courageous young woman and the stories of Coach's skill are both heartwarming and awe inspiring.
I loved this book and read it quickly in a weekend. Coach doesn't become involved in the story until about half way through, so a warning and a bit of skipping may be called for in the case of dog-loving and impatient younger readers. I think they'll think the delay is worth it though and cheer on Elle, an amazingly strong and appealing girl. This would be a great addition to middle school and high school libraries or classrooms. Highly recommended.
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