Product Description

Mankato State Univ., MN. Strategies for making leisure part of the caregiving experience. Includes physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and spiritual activities. For caregivers and laypeople. Softcover edition, hardcover also available.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1358829 in Books
• Published on: 1997-11-11
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 208 pages

Review

"The author has been delivering this type of therapy for a long time and brings a wealth of information and knowledge to this topic. In end-of-life care, reminding caregivers and individuals about the importance of leisure activity can positively impact the client's quality of life. This book is easy to read and enjoyable. Perhaps most important, it reminds us that we should all be enjoying our leisure time to the fullest." -- Booklist

"This is an easy book to read... full of wonderful ideas and can be useful for the geriatric nurse and caregiver." -- Geriatric Nursing

About the Author

Joanne Ardolf Decker is professor emeritus of therapeutic recreation at Mankato State University in Minnesota. She frequently conducts workshops on recreation and leisure services for persons with special needs. Her recent efforts include volunteer training for care providers serving home-bound persons who are aged or have disabling conditions.

Customer Reviews

"Making the Moments Count" is a book that counts.
I loved the book so much that I read it straight through twice, and wanted to share it with everyone. Since most of us these days have an elderly someone who needs TLC, "Making the Moments Count" is a timely book which deserves to be a best seller. Here's why: First, it's small but complete, taking the reader through the P.I.E.S.S system: Physical,Intellectual, Emotional, Social & Spiritual needs of older adults. Joanne Decker covers the material thoroughly, clearly & concisely. Second, this is not a dry text book. It's an interesting & enjoyable read, full of wit, wisdom & warmth, and illustrated by lovely vignettes drawn from personal experience. Third, this book satisfies the caregivers needs. It's not just about what to do with Mom, but how to have a great relationship with her even though she's not what she used to be.

EXCELLENT resource!
This book is full of ideas for any person or group dealing with elderly or shut in people. It is encouraging and extremely helpful for care givers and their support people. The stories in the book are great examples of how us slightly younger folks can help make life more comfortable and even fun for others. Rev. "retired" Rae