Caregiving: The Spiritual Journey of Love, Loss, and Renewal Contributor(s): McLeod, Beth Witrogen (Author) |
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ISBN: 1620455846 ISBN-13: 9781620455845 Publisher: Trade Paper Press OUR PRICE: $27.86 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2000 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Medical | Caregiving - Medical | Terminal Care - Medical | Allied Health Services - Medical Assistants |
Dewey: 362.175 |
Physical Information: 0.63" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.23 lbs) 274 pages |
Themes: - Topical - Family - Topical - Death/Dying |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Helping your family and loved ones when they need you most """"Caregiving"" has a big heart-on a much-needed topic. A rare book of spiritual and practical wisdom."" ""A poignant, wise, and in-the-trenches view of caregiving that is both practical and spiritual, especially of value to midlife adults."" ""Lovely. . . . Beth McLeod's experience and wisdom shine through as she shares her heartfelt journey of loss, surrender, hope, and healing."" Sooner or later it will touch us all: A family member or loved one becomes ill or disabled, and we step in to help. This is caregiving, and in this powerful, unique book, prizewinning writer and advocate Beth Witrogen McLeod leads us through the caregiving journey with unflinching authority and compassion. Framed by the author's personal odyssey as a caregiver and richly informed by the inspiring and poignant tales of others, ""Caregiving"" explores medical and financial problems, all aspects of spirituality, and such issues as depression, stress, housing, home care, and end-of-life concerns. A rare blend of powerful storytelling and practical information, ""Caregiving"" is a revelation. |