More than 54 million American families are involved in the care of loved ones who are elderly or ill. And millions more will be affected in the years to come. If you are a caregiver, or you expect to become one, And Thou Shalt Honor: The Caregiver's Companion offers help and hope.
This essential resource provides a wealth of information, advice, and resources to address critical care-giving issues. Page after page of useful advice draws on the expertise of the nation's top care-giving researchers and advocates, as well as the real-world wisdom of caregivers just like you. You'll find insights and answers on all aspects of providing care, including:
Reaching out to a loved one in need of help
Managing day-to-day care-giving tasks
Accessing public and private care-giving resources
Navigating the legal and financial maze
Assembling a care-giving support network
Understanding the changing family dynamic
Surviving and thriving in the caregiver role
Complete with 68 action plans and checklists for key care-giving issues, plus a 16 page comprehensive directory of essential care-giving resources.
