A Better Life for the Chronically Ill A Guidebook for Creative Caregiving by Rose Mary Keller Hughes Price: $13.95 - Currently at iUniverse.com and at Amazon.com & Barnes & Noble Format: Paperback Size: 6 x 9 Pages: 168 ISBN: 0-595-17979-7 |
A Better Life for the Chronically Ill |
Are you struggling with your role as a caregiver? Are you having a difficult time trying to find activities for your chronically- or terminally-ill loved one? The author experienced those very same problems and wished she had something or someone to guide her and the other family caregivers. This book has been written to help family and friends meet the challenges of caregiving. |
A Better Life for the Chronically Ill A Guidebook for Creative Caregiving by Rose Mary Keller Hughes Price: $13.95 - Currently at iUniverse.com and at Amazon.com & Barnes & Noble Format: Paperback Size: 6 x 9 Pages: 168 ISBN: 0-595-17979-7 |
What the book offers you . . . While learning about ways to bring joy and meaning into the life of a chronically-ill loved one who is confined to the home or hospital, A Better Life for the Chronically Ill will: |
Inspire the reader with its underlying theme of hope, love, and dignity Provide creative ideas and methods for keeping the patient's emotional well being strong and positive even though his/her physical health is diminishing Detail ways to help the caregiver and patient feel whole, respected, and in control as they face the often overwhelming challenge of chronic or terminal illness Suggest techniques for the caregiver to maintain emotional and physical health while avoiding "caregiver burnout" List methods for managing the steps to be taken as the end of life nears Offer additional resources available through the Internet |
Inspired by the relationship between a caregiver mother and her chronically-ill adult daughter, this thoughtful book is a powerful guide for anyone who faces the daunting responsibility of caring for a chornically-ill loved one. About the Author . . . |
Rose Mary Keller Hughes was a primary caregiver of her terminally ill, adult daughter. Her extended experience with her daughter's illness and over 30 years as an educator make her uniquely qualified in the field of creative caregiving. She has committed her life to teaching and working with high school students, the deaf, and women and children in crisis. Embark with her on a journey designed to make a better life for both the giver and receiver of care. |
The author and her inspiration |
