Complete Guide to Caring for Aging Loved Ones: A Lifeline for Those Navigating the Practical, Emotional, and Spiritual Aspects of Caregiving

by Robert J. Riekse

Book Overview

Whether you're preparing for the responsibility or are in the midst of caring for an elderly loved one, this complete guide from Focus on the Family provides the practical information you need--and a... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 141430160X
• ISBN13: 9781414301600
• Release Date: November 2004
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
• Length: 558 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.1" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Perfect reference for everything a caregiver encounters

There are many "complete guides" to caring for loved ones; I've seen many of them, as I receive them from the publishers to review. This is one that I think really was a "complete guide" and having it from a Christian perspective (published with Focus on the Family) is a nice benefit. The reading is not complex or dry. You will be able to quickly find information to reference. A lot of other books may help you with the nitty-gritty specifics of finding adequate care or learning how to cope with your parent's lessened independence, but this book has a wonderful overview, offering support and resources. It's a must-have for your shelf to reference back to for life-issues as they arrive.

If you have parents, buy this book!

As a family physician, I care for patients every day who don't have a clue what to do when their parents need care. This book can help a family prepare for the eventual tasks that either are or will face them in the future (if a parent is still alive). This complete guide is medically accurate and chock full of wise advice. It's in my library and I highly recommend it to my patients.

Physician's Choice

This book has very practical information. As a Geriatrician, I frequently encounter patients and their families who have multiple questions regarding aging issues. Now, I have a tool I can share with them. It is easy to read and well worth the price. It would also be a wise gift.

Excellent Book!

This is an EXCELLENT book! Anyone who is currently caring for or planning to care for an aging loved one must BUY THIS BOOK and use it as a resource. It truly is the complete guide as it covers all aspects of aging with practical stories as examples. It would make a great gift for a loved one or friend. I highly recommend it!