PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
A Lifeline For Those Navigating The Practical, Emotional, And Spiritual Aspects Of Caregiving.
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.
Here's what others are saying about Caring for Aging Loved Ones:
"What
an awesome book!! What a great resource to be able to make available to
caregivers. [It addresses] such a growing need with the graying of
America. [It] is going to become a leading resource in this field—I
guarantee it!!”
—Stephen Sparks
National Director of Senior Adult Ministries