The Caregiver's Sourcebook,9780737301366

The Caregiver's Sourcebook

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ISBN13: 9780737301366
ISBN10: 0737301368
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2001-08-27
Publisher(s): MCG
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Summary

An essential resource for all caregivers A must-read reference for those of you who are caregivers to either a member of your family or a friend, this heartwarming, supportive book explains to you the intricacies of the caregiving experience. The Caregiver's Sourcebook features separate sections on caregiving for specific disorders including AIDS/HIV, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, heart disease, old age, and much more.

Author Biography

Frena Gray-Davidson is a bestselling health writer and educator.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments ix
Becoming a Caregiver
1(28)
Accepting the Challenge
Daily Problem Solving
Developing a Plan
Establishing Comfort Levels
Remember Emotional Comfort
Making the Home Safe
Patient Checklist
Caring for the Caregiver
Common Conditions That Require Long-Term Care
29(24)
Parkinson's Disease
AIDS and HIV
Cancer
Alzheimer's Disease
Stroke
Heart Disease
Professional Resources
53(16)
The Doctor
HMOs and Hospitals
Pharmacists
Home Health Services
Hospice
Mental Health Services
Hiring a Professional Caregiver
Choosing a Nursing Home
Paying for Health Care
69(18)
Entitlement Programs
Medicare
Medicaid
Navigating the System
Tips for Choosing an HMO or a Managed Health Care Plan
Private Insurance
Other Sources of Money
Legal Responsibilities
87(14)
Legal Documents
The Patient's Legal Rights
Elder Abuse
A Caregiver's Responsibilities
Death Comes as the End
101(52)
The Predeath Vigil
Death Away from Home
The Dying Process
One Last Checklist
Grieving
Appendices
A. Finding In-Home Services
111(10)
B. Caregiver Education
121(6)
C. Internet Resources
127(4)
D. State Agencies on Aging
131(10)
E. State Hospice Organizations
141(4)
F. Long-Term Care Ombudsman and State Survey Agencies
145(4)
G. Alternative Resources to Enhance Home Life
149(4)
Glossary of Terms 153(2)
Bibliography 155(4)
Index 159

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