Author Description

Betty the Bald Chicken was inspired by Lori La Bey's journey caring for her mother who lived thirty years with Alzheimer's disease, but this book is not limited to those dealing with dementia. Betty's story applies to almost every human situation from illness, bullying, mental health, emotional well-being, addictions, divorce, and death, to everyday struggles of not feeling like we fit in, or we are not understood. This children's book is filled with beautiful illustrations that engage all ages by highlighting the roller coaster of emotions we all go through. Betty the Bald Chicken teaches people of all ages we have much more in common with one another than we are different. The questions in the back of the book help us talk with our children about the ripple effect our choices have on others, even if we don't know them. It opens the conversation to take decision-making seriously and how others will think about us based on our choices. We truly hope you find Betty's journey helpful to you, your family, friends, and clients as we try to live graciously together.