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Caring for Aging Loved Ones (FOTF Complete Guide)
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Product Description
Whether you're preparing for the responsibility or are in the midst of caring for an aging loved one, this complete guide from Focus on the Family provides the practical information you need--and a spiritual and emotional lifeline. Topics covered include: burnout; physical, emotional, and mental changes in aging; medical, financial, and legal help; elder abuse; choosing a care facility; and end-of-life decisions. Caregivers and potential caregivers will also learn what the Bible says about caregiving and the keys to effectively fulfilling that role. True stories throughout the guide share common concerns and a sense of support from "those who have been there."
An official book of the Focus on the Family Physician's Resource Council, comprised of 40 U.S. and Canadian physicians representing diverse medical expertise. The general editors for the book are Henry Holstege, Ph.D., Gerontology Professor, Calvin College; and Robert Riekse, Ed.D., Director, Calvin College–Grand Rapids Community College Consortium on Aging.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #554690 in Books
- Published on: 2002-06-06
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Hardcover
- 576 pages
Editorial Reviews
From Booklist
Because Americans are living longer, one of the fastest-growing family categories in the U.S. Census is caregivers for the elderly, according to this authoritative guide, which was produced under the auspices of the Focus on the Family Physicians Resource Council. Despite the proliferation of nursing homes, the majority of the elderly are cared for by their families, with all the attendant issues of physical burnout and time and money constraints. This guide, written from a decidedly spiritual perspective, deals with every aspect of aging--physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual. It discusses the how-to's of successful aging (the importance of staying active and the significance of spirituality to the length and quality of life) and caregiving (cultivating a patient attitude and joining support groups). Although the book focuses on caring for the elderly at home, it also offers advice on when and how to deal with the decision to place loved ones in a nursing home. Finally, the guide helps the caregiver cope with death and grief. A sensitive, comprehensive resource. Vanessa Bush
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From the Back Cover
Caring for an aging loved one just got easier-- with the help of this complete caregiving resource manual!
Finally, a comprehensive guide to help you manage the practical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of caregiving¾brought to you by your friends at Focus on the Family.
Are you caring for—or facing the prospect of caring for—an aging parent, grandparent, spouse, relative, or friend? Do you feel unprepared for dealing with multiple caregiving responsibilities? Are you weary and wishing you could get more support? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you. The Complete Guide to Caring for Aging Loved Ones is an indispensable resource filled with practical information on such difficult topics as: choosing the best long-term-care facility for your loved one, dealing with the often-complicated family dynamics of caregiving, coping with memory loss and dementia, and making wise decisions regarding end-of-life care. You also will find real-life stories from other caregivers, information on caring for common health problems, and an up-to-date directory of senior resources and state-by-state agencies on aging.
This valuable resource will help you to:
- find quality medical, professional, and social services
- gain support from family members and friends
- understand emotional and physical changes in aging
- care for an elder with Alzheimer’s disease
- deal with common health problems in the elderly
- avoid burnout by taking care of yourself
- help your elder to remain at home or find an appropriate living environment
- protect your loved one from abuse, fraud, and scams
- encourage and support your elder’s faith as well as your own
- make wise decisions regarding legal issues, finances, and insurance
- deal with end-of-life issues
Customer Reviews
If you have parents, buy this book!
As a family physician, I care for patients every day who don't have a clue what to do when their parents need care. This book can help a family prepare for the eventual tasks that either are or will face them in the future (if a parent is still alive). This complete guide is medically accurate and chock full of wise advice. It's in my library and I highly recommend it to my patients.
Physician's Choice
This book has very practical information. As a Geriatrician, I frequently encounter patients and their families who have multiple questions regarding aging issues. Now, I have a tool I can share with them. It is easy to read and well worth the price. It would also be a wise gift.
Excellent Book!
This is an EXCELLENT book! Anyone who is currently caring for or planning to care for an aging loved one must BUY THIS BOOK and use it as a resource. It truly is the complete guide as it covers all aspects of aging with practical stories as examples. It would make a great gift for a loved one or friend. I highly recommend it!
