No one wants to think about getting older. It's true. At any age, when
things are moving along normally day to day and everyone seems fit and
well, there seems no reason to think about future problems that your
friends and relatives might (and probably will) come across as they age.
In fact, it might even seem a little morbid to think such thoughts, or
possibly even tempting fate?
Yet there will come a time when you must raise these issues and,
ideally, this should be before any problems arise. The Essential Family
Guide to Caring for Older People is the ultimate source of information
and help for families with care responsibilities. Deborah Stone draws on
her extensive experience working in elder care to offer practical advice
on every aspect of the field indepth.
Topics range from how to get help immediately, legal information, care
funding options, a guide to useful technology and advice on the main
physical and mental health issues that affect older people. Plus
guidance is given on dealing with social services and ensuring you
choose the right care for your situations. Crucially, the book also
offers help on how to cope as a carer with practical advice on juggling
family, work and your caring responsibilities while looking after
yourself.
