The Comfort of Home: An Illustrated Step-By-Step Guide for Caregivers, 2nd Edition

Winner of the 1999 Benjamin Franklin Award for Health Titles

Now - at last - a guide that promises to take the fear out of home care and brings confidence and peace of mind to caregivers.

Simple and Practical! Starts with the basics - which most books wrongly assume you already know. Easy to read.

Positive and Empowering! Contains all the information you need at your fingertips - both now and as new health care needs arise. Like a trusted friend, it will guide you every step of the way.

Full of Money-Saving Ideas! Emphasizes simple ways to prevent accidents and infections that lead to expensive hospital stays.

A to Z!

Takes you through all the steps of home care, helping you to:

• Learn the latest American Heart Association CPR standards
• Make the home safe and comfortable for people with special needs.
• Easily handle everyday activities like toileting, bathing, and wheelchair transfers.
• Ensure getting proper nutrition.
• Avoid infections and illnesses.
• Deal with the particular needs of a person with Alzheimer?s.
• Communicate with health care professionals to get the service you need.
• Learn latest American Heart Association CPR standards.
• Understand end-of-life health care documents.
• Avoid caregiver burnout.
• Plus - Contains checklists, resources, and tips to make your job easier.