The Eldercare Handbook Difficult Choices, Compassionate Solutions
The Eldercare Handbook Difficult Choices, Compassionate Solutions by Stella Henry is a comprehensive guide published by Zondervan on May 9, 2006. This 272-page book is designed to assist readers in navigating the complex logistics and emotional challenges involved in making care decisions for elderly parents or loved ones. Drawing from her extensive experience as a registered nurse and nursing home administrator, Henry addresses critical issues such as recognizing dementia warning signs, redefining family roles, and understanding the intricacies of medical and legal considerations in eldercare.
Readers will find practical advice on various aspects of caregiving, including how to evaluate assisted living facilities and manage the emotional demands that arise during this process. The book also delves into the realities of long-term care, providing insights into the needs of nearly 10 million Americans currently requiring such support. With a focus on family relationships and caregiving, The Eldercare Handbook serves as a valuable resource for those facing difficult choices in the realm of geriatric care.
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In this comprehensive and accessible guide, long-term care expert Stella Henry helps readers navigate the daunting logistics and powerful emotions of making care decisions for an elderly parent or loved one. Drawing from her 36 years as a registered nurse and a nursing home administrator, as well as her experience caring for both her parents (both of whom suffered the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease), Henry tackles all the tough issues: spotting the warning signs of dementia, redefining sibling roles, doing a walk-through at an assisted living facility or nursing home, making the move, and coping with “take me home!” demands.She also explains the medical, legal, and insurance maze. In a time when almost 10 million Americans currently need long-term care, The Eldercare Handbook is an essential read.
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