Carers and Caring: The One-Stop Guide: How to care for older relatives and friends - with tips for managing finances and accessi

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Carers and Caring: The One-Stop Guide: How to care for older relatives and friends - with tips for managing finances and accessi
Authors and Contributors      By (author) June Andrews
SeriesOne Stop Guides
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:288
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 128
ISBN/Barcode 9781800810006
ClassificationsDewey:649.80941
Audience
General
Edition Main

Publishing Details

Publisher Profile Books Ltd
Imprint Souvenir Press Ltd
Publication Date 26 May 2022
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Whether due to old age, illness or disability, more and more of us are becoming carers to loved ones. Carers and Caring is a complete handbook for anyone in a caring role, guiding you through the practical, emotional and administerial challenges of supporting a loved one. Dementia specialist Professor June Andrews offers accessible advice on: - Daily care such as physical assistance and meal preparation - Managing your time, finances and family dynamics - Accessing resources from the NHS and social care services - Considering the transition from at-home to nursing home care. Both sympathetic and practical, Carers and Caring will help you navigate your role as a carer, supporting you as you support your loved one.

Author Biography

June Andrews is an international dementia specialist adviser, and professor emeritus in dementia studies. She has received a Fellowship of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN), the highest honour awarded to nurses in the UK, and in 2016 she was awarded an OBE. She advises families, organisations and governments across the world. Follow @profjuneandrews on Twitter

Reviews

'There is no more informed and informative guide to help you than this' - Philip Darbyshire, retired professor of nursing 'An essential handbook for anyone who who cares for loved ones, and for everyone who might one day need care' - Pennie Taylor, journalist and health and care specialist 'A gem of a book filled with real life advice ... Offers clear guidance during an important life transition' - Duncan Glassey, founder and managing director of Wealthflow 'About Dementia: The One-Stop Guide' - - 'An invaluable resource' - Psychologist