The Caregiving Trap: Solutions for Life's Unexpected Changes
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| Rating | : | 4.44 (672 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1630475351 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 300 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-11-30 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Valuable information" according to Carleen Markivich. This book is a valuable tool for those who plan or have not thought about planning on taking care of their parents when they are elderly. I love that this book describes many ways in which to aid the caregiver respite and encourages time away. There are wonderful guidelines on when/what to do with an ailing parent/grandparent. Many family members feel the need to care for their family at home 2Valuable information Carleen Markivich This book is a valuable tool for those who plan or have not thought about planning on taking care of their parents when they are elderly. I love that this book describes many ways in which to aid the caregiver respite and encourages time away. There are wonderful guidelines on when/what to do with an ailing parent/grandparent. Many family members feel the need to care for their family at home 24/. /. Helpful read for those with older parents I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. As someone who has spent a large amount of time as a caregiver for my grandparents, I found much of what Wilson said to be fairly accurate. There is a great deal to be said about the difficulties involved with caring for family members. I feel as though the saying, “you can’t please everyone all the time” rings ver. BrittyMama said Facts, advice, and stories from someone who's been there. I highly recommend this book for anyone who is or could be facing a long term caregiving situation- either of a parent or spouse. Unfortunately, this is not a subject that is thought about by most people until they are deep in the trenches of caregiving. Confronting this sad but real topic in advance could save a lot of time, money and stress down the line. The structure of the book is very helpf
But the trick for the rest of us is to listen to these knowledgeable folks. She offers a toolbox of strategies to help the caregiver move forward with foresight, knowledge, and skills to plan for the future. Herlily, Ph.D., R.N., Rocky Mountain ResearchNo one is more experienced or knowledgeable in helping caregivers and care recipients than Pamela Wilson. ---Linda Warwick, RN Hospice and Alternative Therapy Practitioner . Caring for elders is a special skill. Over the last 15 years while caring for my own aging parents, I have encountered absolutely wonderful, patient soul
The Caregiving Trap combines the authentic life and professional experience of Pamela D. Wilson, who provides recommendations for overwhelmed and frustrated caregivers who themselves may one day need care. The Caregiving Trap includes stories about Pamela's actual personal and professional experience along with end of chapter exercises to support caregivers.Common caregiving issues include:A sense of duty and obligation to provide care that damages family relationshipsEmotional and financial challenges resulting in denial of care needsIgnorance of predictive events that result in situations of crises or harmDelayed decision making and lack of planning resulting in limited choicesMinimum standards of care supporting the need for advocacy
Wilson CSA, MS, BS/BA,CG an expert in the field of caregiving has personally helped thousands of family and professional caregivers since 2000 in her career as an advocate, a care navigator and a caregiving educator. Pamela produced and hosted a weekly radio program, The Caring Generation, from 2009-2011 on 630 KHOW-AM Radio in Denver and this program is the fou