The Complete Guide for Family Caregivers, written by one of Canada's foremost experts on eldercare, provides the advice people need to make smart decisions, both with and for their loved ones, including housing, finances, legal and estate planning, medical needs, and independence and mobility. This book provides not only practical advice but also discusses the various situations that may confront you and provides real, actionable information and sources to help you along the way in your eldercare journey.
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ISBN: 9781989517321
Physical Description:295 p. ; 23 cm.print
Publisher:Stratford, ON : Next Chapter Press, 2020.
General Note: Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note: Foreword -- Author's note: the joy of caregiving -- Accepting the hard truths of caregiving -- Plan ahead--not on the fly! -- Let's talk about housing -- Accessibility and the inclusion matter -- Hiring help at home -- Long-distance caregiving -- Crisis management -- Caregiving in the workplace -- Daily living redefined -- Mobility matters -- Your healthcare team -- Money matters -- Legally speaking: legal and estate planning for elders -- Holidays, family style -- Taking care of yourself -- End-of-life care.