The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care - Jane Meier Hamilton - Bog

Hundreds of millions of people around the globe care for loved ones who are ill, disabled, elderly or a special-needs child. Despite compassion and commitment, caregiving is stressful and takes a toll on body and mind; heart and soul; on finances, family and work life.This 2nd Edition of The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care: Help for Your Caregiving Journey is packed with sensible self-care strategies and effective solutions for your problems with caregiver stress. Rooted in research, tested in the real-life trials of a family caregiver, the tools and tactics found in this concise, compassionate book will equip you to care for yourself as you care for others.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------"The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care artfully blends self-care tips and personal experiences to empower caregivers to do one of the most important things they can do for themselves... take care! Jane Hamilton also provides resources and evidenced-based tools that empower family and professional caregivers alike. If you are looking for a practical and engaging resource The Caregiver's Guide to Self-Care was written with you in mind. highly recommend this book!"- Dr. Eboni . Green: CEO/Co-Founder Caregiver Support Services"Reading this book felt like getting a warm hug. It eased my mind immensely to know that I am not alone in the caregiving journey."-Isa Welsch: Family Caregiver"In addition to using this book for myself, have given it to lots of friends who are overwhelmed in their caregiving role. The compassionate tone of Jane's writing and the wisdom therein have given me comfort and refreshed my spirit."- Sarah Elliott: Family Caregiver"Caregivers need compassion but also a clearly drawn path forward. Jane Hamilton provides both. Her voice is warm and inviting. Her advice is sound. You'll be glad to have her as a wonderful companion and guide on this long, winding path.- Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D: Co-author of AARP Meditations for Caregivers