Finally, family members and professionals have true guidance for these
difficult, but necessary, conversations. Author Catherine Faherty offers
detailed, concrete explanations of illness, dying, life after death,
losing a pet, and numerous other issues. Her descriptions are written
with such care, even caregivers will be comforted by her words.
The "Communication Forms" following each short topic will engage
learners and include them in the conversation, allowing them to share
personal experiences, thoughts, and concerns. Wonderful chapters such as
"What People May Learn When Facing Death" and "Role Models and Mentors"
put death into perspective in terms of life and encourage us all to live
fully.
Catherine covers important topics such as:
Illness and Injury
Recuperating and Healing
When Someone is Dying
What Happens to the Person Who Dies
Putting Pets to Sleep
Rituals and Traditions
What People Say and Do
Plus many more!