It Takes More Than Love: A Practical Guide to Taking Care of an Aging

by Anita G. Beckerman and Ruth M. Tappen

Written especially for family members, friends, and spouses of dependent older adults, this vital guidebook addresses both the practical and personal issues confronted by those who are trying to... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1878812505
• ISBN13: 9781878812506
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Health Professions Press
• Length: 346 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

practical advice that is easy to use

I've been taking care of my mom for about 2 years now. A friend recommended that I read It Takes More Than Love. It is filled with very practical, hands-on advice. I've already put lots of their suggestions to use. What I especially like is that it is written in a very easy to read style that is not full of jargon. Reading many parts made me think they must know exactly what I am experiencing. I'd recommend it to anyone who is caring for a family member.

A wealth of solid, practical, accessible information

Collaboratively written by gerontology expert Anita G. Beckerman (College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University) and Ruth M. Tappen (Christine E. Lynn Eminent Scholar Chair and Professor in the College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University) It Takes More Than Love: A Practical Guide To Taking Care Of An Aging Adult is a straightforward, "user friendly", caretaker's guide for anyone charged with the responsibility of looking after an elderly loved one. From learning how to balance one's time and needs, to assessing physical and mental well-being in one's charge, to communicating effectively with doctors and health professionals, It Takes More Than Love offers a wealth of solid, practical, accessible information and is a "must-read" instructional and advisory for anyone new to the task of looking after older family members or associates.

it takes more than love

This book is written in a way that is never condescending; it talks to the reader as if one were sitting in their kitchen or living room. The content of the book is very thorough, concise, and informative. It truly is a Dr. Spock book for the older adult. I loved the sharing of personal experiences; they make one feel that they are not the only one living through this time of life as a caregiver. I also became aware through reading this book, of the importance of caring for self, even if the time needed for this is sparce. The ideas to achieve the time were very helpful. I highly recommend this book to all caregivers and also to all young adults to have to think about what they may need to know as they get older, and perhaps become caregivers.

The Baby Boomers guide for caring for aging adults

'Straightforward, easy-to-understand, and never condescending'describes "It Takes More Than Love". As we as the Baby Boomer generation faces situations that we may remember taking place with our grandparents, we are now faced with. It may not be just our parents, but as we get older so does our family. Reading this guide helped me to realize that communication is key. That although we want to continue life as we know it, things do change and we must cope with this change. People get older and we must be able to recognize the signs and not feel that we are alone. One of the most helpful discussion was the constant advice that as a caregiver you have to take care of yourself. Use paper, use disposable, perfect is not necessary...love, caring and communication are.

A wonderful book, very informative, a must read!

It Takes More Than Love is a great book that opens up a wealth of information to anyone caring for an aging adult or for someone who wants to learn more about the area. This book will help anyone with the day to day care for an aged adult. It will also explain other methods that you may not have thought of on your own. It is extremelly helpful for someone who doesn't know a great deal about caring.This is a wonderful book, including not only information but pictures and diagrams to help reenforce it. Again this book really helped me, and would be a great read for anyone now in the area or exploring the area of caring for an aging adult.