Almost a decade ago, Peter S. Silin wrote Nursing Homes: The Family's Journey to provide family members with practical advice and emotional support. This successor volume incorporates the new and sometimes baffling world of assisted living. Nursing Homes and Assisted Living focuses on the psychological, emotional, and practical aspects of helping family members and seniors make a difficult transition. Silin approaches his subject with compassion and sensitivity, guiding readers through the process of finding the best possible care. He describes how nursing homes and assisted living facilities work and outlines the selection process; he explains how to prepare for the day a relative moves into a facility and suggests ways to help the resident settle in; he focuses on the family member's role in solving problems, obtaining good-quality care, and visiting. The author's insights help caregivers cope with difficult decisions and deal with emotional issues such as guilt and grief, while celebrating the tender, rewarding aspects of being a caregiver. Vignettes from real-life caregivers narrating their experiences amplify Silin's advice and will resonate with families. This book provides caregivers, family members, and seniors with the information they need to effect successful transitions. It is also a valuable tool for social workers, nurses, and family therapists.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
ISBN-13
9780801893520
eBay Product ID (ePID)
95713504
Product Key Features
Author
Peter S. Silin
Publication Name
Nursing Homes and Assisted Living: the Family's Guide to Making Decisions and Getting Good Care
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Medicine, Elderly Care, Healthcare System
Publication Year
2009
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
388 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
229mm
Item Width
152mm
Item Weight
522g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Peter S. Silin
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
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