Have you ever wondered if you are going to be able to navigate the ins and outs of aging in place for you or someone you love? How do we know where to start? For example, do you know how to find a reputable aide, medical equipment or a visiting clinician? Have you worried about caring for someone who lives miles away and he/she needs your help? The caregiver of a disabled person of any age, will feel empowered by knowing what to do to prevent a medical crisis. This book is filled with medical procedures, pictures and stories and is intended to answer many of your questions about caring. The human side of caring is discussed throughout the book to allow the caregiving experience to be more fulfilling for the caregiver and the person. It is a powerful learning tool for home health aides, nursing students, and YOU. If you are also a clinician with medically time-consuming patients, this book will help your patients as well. Nancy the Nurse Practitioner (Ann Rhodes APRN-BC) who has over 40 years of practice in home care and house calls, has organized many of her experiences caring for the homebound in this book. Nancy the NP is also a YouTube influencer / podcaster on her channel "Caregiver Success." "I want you to be able to live your life being aware of what medical perils you can avoid so to prevent unnecessary suffering, hospitalizations and medications. I want you to be a successful caregiver for yourself and others!
