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by Becky Feola
The Eldercare Consultant
Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
Acknowledgments
Introduction
1. Providing Eldercare for a Loved One
It’s Not Just About You
Your Biggest Concerns Regarding Eldercare
Managing Life Transitions
Recognizing Your Role as a Family Caregiver
Caregiver Survival Tip
2. The Caregiver’s Challenges
Changing Family Dynamics
Understanding the Legalities of Caregiving
Managing Your Loved One’s Needs
Juggling Your Own Needs with Caregiving
Understanding Caregiver Burnout
Caregiver Survival Tip
3. Easing Caregiver Concerns with Proactive Behavior
Recognizing the Early Warning Signs
Identifying Stages of Dementia
Seeing Your Loved One in Today’s Reality
Twelve Signs It’s Time for Assistance
Consulting with Health Care Professionals
Complicated Issues for Family Caregivers
Caregiver Survival Tip
4. Nurturing Your Loved One’s Mind, Body, and Spirit
The Mind: Understanding Changes in Your Loved One’s Brain
The Body: Understanding What’s Happening Physically to Your Loved One
The Spirit: Keeping Your Loved One’s Inner Light Shining
Caregiver Survival Tip
5. Considering Options for Care Needs
The First Option: Family Caregivers
The Role of a Health Care Advocate
Choosing Between Professional Home Health Care Agencies and Private Caregivers
Palliative Care Services
Hospice Services
Care Communities
Caregiver Survival Tip
6. Paying for Your Loved One’s Care
Understanding Average Costs of Care
Determining Needs and Budgeting for Costs of Care
Identifying Ways to Pay for Care
Caregiver Survival Tip
7. Having the Difficult Discussions
Bringing the Family Together
Developing a Strategy for Your Discussion
Doing Your Homework First
Having the Discussion
Caregiver Survival Tip
8. Making the Right Decision
Approaching Your Decision
Knowing When to Compromise
Deciding Who Makes the Final Decision
Caregiver Survival Tip
9. Special Considerations for Care
The Special Care Needs of a Younger Person
Traumatic Brain Injury
Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Related Dementias
Parkinson’s Disease and Similar Conditions
Feeding Tubes, Tracheotomy Tubes, and Other Medical Devices
Dialysis
Bed-Bound Patients
Behavioral Issues
Caregiver Survival Tip
10. Final Words of Advice After Any Change
The Transition Period
Common Mistakes Made During the Transition
Suggestions for a Successful Transition
No Guilt: You Did the Best You Could
Caregiver Survival Tip
Resources
Index
About the Author
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