Most people would rather die at home, surrounded by familiar sights and cared for by our loved ones, than in a hospital. But most of us, too, would be overwhelmed, even frightened, at the prospect of having to provide such caregiving. Of the many books available about death and dying, this is the first to explain in detail how caring for a dying loved one can be a life-expanding experience when done mindfully and from the heart. At Home with Dying is a practical guide the physical, emotional, and spiritual skills needed to care for someone who is terminally ill, based on the principles that guide the Zen Hospice Project of the San Francisco Zen Center. Merrill Collett explains step-by-step how to feed, clean, and take care of a dying person—in a way that benefits both patient and caregiver. The instructions, which include ancient wisdom teachings as well as modern practical nursing methods, include: Mindfulness skills Effective pain treatments Appropriate cooking and feeding techniques Household organization and visitor management Preparation for the moment of death Working with grief
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"Conveys real empathy and understanding for the caregiver's challenge. It would be hard to find a clearer and more helpful discussion of nitty-gritty caregiving tasks."— Washington Post
"Thoroughly illuminates the practical compassion required to make dying a less painful and more meaningful experience for all concerned."— Toronto Globe and Mail
"Thoroughly illuminates the practical compassion required to make dying a less painful and more meaningful experience for all concerned."— Toronto Globe and Mail
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Merrill Collett was a full-time resident at the San Francisco Zen Center for four years. During this time he guided many people through their final days as a volunteer caregiver at the Zen Hospice Project. He currently lives in Berkeley, California and remains active in supporting the Zen Hospice Project's work.
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hospice as spiritual practice: a handbook,
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This review is from: At Home with Dying (Paperback)
Our culture doesn't often allow spiritual practitioners to feel that their work has a social value, or that there is a kind of social work that has true transformative potential. This book helps me, a zen monk, come to a resolution about the kind of work one can do in the world which allows for transformative and deepening of the practice at the same time. The book gives anecdotes, facts and figures, and advice to any interested in the field of hospice. It is a real handbook for the unusual circumstances (unusual because death is such a difficult theme in our culture) which the hospice volenteer many encounter, and after reading the material carefully one feels much more equiped to accept the challenges and enjoy the transformative power of such work. The language is bright and clear, and the only drawback may be the lack of sympathy the author shows to modern medical professionals who have for so long orchestrated the dying process to suit their own needs. It may be quite hard to read for such people, but we should hope they have the stomach for it. Gratitude to the author.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
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at home with dying,
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this was an incredible book. if you or a family member is suffering this sould be the first place to look. the book helps you in many ways. not only does it explain the history of hospice it also helps to explain what is going on with your sick loved one and how you can do certain things to cope with the situation you family is in. it can help you and your family better deal with the tragety you are surely facing
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Practical, thoughtfull,
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A great book, offering practical and real world advice for dealing with a family member who is sick or dying. A must have.
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