Synopses & Reviews
Updated to provide the latest information, techniques, resources, and insights into caregiving, this practical guide offers manageable solutions to the many conditions and situations caregivers may face. From physical and emotional conditions, to dealing with health care providers and insurance carriers this resource helps teach caregivers to take care of their own needs as well as those of the person with cancer. Offering thorough, concise checklists, questions to ask the doctor, signs and symptoms to note, and where and when to turn for more help, this reference includes a comprehensive list of specific resources, as well as a large glossary of terms.
Synopsis
This helpful guide responds to the changing needs and challenges people with chronic illnesses face and offers support though the myriad situations they may encounter, from physical and emotional conditions to dealing with health care providers and insurance carriers. Including a list of resources for caregivers, this revised edition is an indispensable resource that will help to manage the everyday challenges that come with caring for a patient in the home.
About the Author
The American Cancer Society is a grassroots organization committed to fighting cancer through balanced programs of research, education, patient service, rehabilitation, and advocacy. Its goals emphasize prevention, early detection, and screening; comprehensive treatment information; answers to questions about insurance, money, and planning for the future; and strategies for coping with the physical symptoms and emotional effects of cancer. They are based in Atlanta.