This nonfiction picture book about Oscar the guardian cat, told from his prespective, who helps the elderly of Hope House on their most important journey as they pass away. This is a unique and touching picture book that can be used to help talk to children about their grandparents' final journey-- not as something tragic, but as a moment of reconciliation and understanding. Inspired by the true story of Oscar, a special cat who watches over the residents of Steere House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Providence, Rhode Island.

"Original title: Oscar il gatto custode, copyright Ã2015 Camelozampa, Italy"--Copyright page.