An intimate and deeply researched account of the experiences of unpaid
caregivers, this "beautiful book" (Rob Delaney) calls for us all to put
care at the center of our lives
When Emily Kenway became the primary caregiver for her terminally ill
mother, her life was changed forever. Although she was lonely, she was
far from alone: millions of caregivers all around the world are silently
suffering from poverty, isolation, and burnout. Saving their nations'
economies billions by providing nonprofessional care, these
people--primarily women--remain largely ignored by politicians, in part
because the demands of care itself keep them from effectively advocating
for their needs. In Who Cares, Kenway brings the caregiving crisis
into the light. Blending expert research with insights from her own
experience, Kenway shows us that building a world that cares for its
caregivers requires us to fundamentally reimagine the role of care in
our society, bringing it from the margins to the center of our
collective life.
Powerful and deeply reported, Who Cares is an essential read for
anyone who has ever cared for, or will receive care from, another
person--which is to say, for everyone.