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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherChicken SOUP for T.H.E. Soul Publishing, LLC
ISBN-101935096834
ISBN-139781935096832
eBay Product ID (ePID)109104297
Product Key Features
Number of Pages453 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameChicken Soup for the Soul: Family Caregivers : 101 Stories of Love, Sacrifice, and Bonding
SubjectCaregiving, Motivational & Inspirational
Publication Year2012
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaSelf-Help, Medical
AuthorJoan Lunden, Amy Newmark
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.2 in
Item Weight17.2 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2011-942713
IllustratedYes
SynopsisReaders caring for an ailing family member will find support and encouragement in these stories by others like them. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Family Caregivers "will inspire and uplift family members who are making sacrifices to make sure their loved ones are well cared for. Do you have a family member who requires constant care? You are not ......, This collection of 101 stories of love and sacrifice provides emotional and practical resources to sustain the family caregiver. These revealing stories from people of all ages who take care of family members, at home or in outside facilities, are filled with emotional support and practical advice. You'll be inspired and feel appreciated as you read all 101 of these personal glimpses into the lives of other family caregivers, including: How Joan Lunden manages the care of her mother at the same time she is raising young children, as part of the Sandwich Generation. How Jill Eikenberry and Michael Tucker moved Jill's elderly mother in next door--they eat family meals together, prepared by their daughter. How Leeza Gibbons' mother planned for her Alzheimer's disease, and Leeza's tips on how to accept and manage the diagnosis and care. How Gail Sheehy navigated the caregiving maze during her husband's battle with cancer, and the 9 emotional stages of the family caregiver. How Dr. Alexis Abramson became her grandmother's full-time caregiver at age 22, a real-life experience that led to a Ph.D. in Gerontology., Readers will be amused, comforted, and encouraged by stories about nutty families just like their own, and realize we all have the same family matters and what really matters is families. A quirky and fun holiday book, and a great bridal shower or wedding gift! Nearly everyone thinks their own family is nutty" or at least has one or two nuts. With 101 stories of wacky yet lovable relatives, funny foibles, and holiday meltdowns, "Chicken Soup for the Soul: Family Matters "is often hilarious and occasionally poignant.
This is a good, encouraging book for someone who spends their time caring for their loved ones. The stories are short and uplifting, offering hope where needed most.