The Comfort of Home for Parkinson Disease: A Guide for Caregivers (Comfort of Home, The) (Paperback)

by Maria M. Meyer (Author), Paula Derr (Author), Susan C. Imke R.N. (Contributor) "Parkinson disease (PD) is a chronic (ongoing) and slowly progressive neurological (involving the nervous system) condition..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

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Being a carer...can be mentally, physically and emotionally challenging...this practical guide...provides information to help carers through all stages of Parkinson's. -- European Parkinson's Disease Association, 2007

[This] guide for caregivers...is a real tour de force. -- Parkinson's Association of Ireland, 2007

Product Description

This comprehensive guide to the day-to-day issues confronted by Parkinson disease patients and their caregivers covers every caregiving stage.It's all here in an illustrated, easy-to-read format, including the decision to provide home care, preparing the home, assisting with daily activities, financial management, and strategies for avoiding caregiver burnout. This guide also includes information on the specific issues that PD patients and caregivers face, as well as tips on purchasing equipment, travel, therapies, loss of motor skills, and communicating effectively with physicians.

Product Details

• Paperback: 298 pages
• Publisher: CareTrust Publications; 1 edition (February 13, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0966476778
• ISBN-13: 978-0966476774
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #472,459 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A 'must' for anyone having responsibility for helping another, April 6, 2007

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

Now in a newly and substantially revised and expanded third edition, "The Comfort Of Home: A Complete Guide For Caregivers" continues to earn its reputation as the 'bible' for providing home caregivers to aged, ill or handicapped loved ones with a thoroughly 'user friendly' illustrated guide that covers everything necessary from daily living tasks to preparations for hospice care, to making funeral arrangements. This is a complete and superbly organized, 216-page, comprehensive 'how to' manual that will help the caregiver to develop their skills, expertise, and confidence, which will in turn enhance their peace of mind with respect to the quality of life they helping to afford their charge. Also available in a Spanish language edition, "The Comfort Of Home: A Complete Guide For Caregivers" is a 'must' for anyone having responsibility for helping another to continue to live in their home, prepare them for having to move into an extended care facility, or to help make final arrangements. Three other outstanding and highly recommended specialized manuals for professional home care from CareTrust Publications include: "The Comfort Of Home For Parkinson Diseases: A Guide For Caregivers" ; "The Comfort Of Home For Stroke: A Guide For Caregivers" ; and "The Comfort Of Home Multiple Sclerosis Edition: An Illustrated Step-by-Step Guide For Multiple Sclerosis Caregivers".

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Comfort of "The Comfort of Home", November 8, 2007

By	Diane B. Breslow (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

"Comfort" is a perfect word for the title of Maria M. Meyer, Paula Derr, and Susan C. Imke's book "The Comfort of Home." The authors are accomplished registered nurses as well as caregiver educators and advocates. Ms. Imke contributes a wealth of specialized knowledge of, and experience with, Parkinson disease. "The Comfort of Home for Parkinson Disease" brings comfort and peace of mind to families of people with Parkinson disease. The authors have successfully compiled a complete collection of the latest Parkinson disease-specific information, resources, caregiving options, record-keeping templates, home safety tips and illustrations, and much more. The material is presented with clarity and compassion. Two imporant and fundamental premises permeate the book: 1) that Parkinson disease affects not only the patient, but the caregiver, and the entire family system; and 2) that PD demands a holistic, team approach to care. This book not only validates, but also elevates, the role of the family caregiver as someone who is intimately involved in, and knowledgable about, the disease, and who is an integral member of the care team. The book goes the extra mile (actually, miles) to help any family caregiver navigate the systems of health care, home care, and Parkinson disease. I heartily give this book 5 stars.

Diane B. Breslow, MSW, LCSW, Center Coordinator, Northwestern University Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Center, National Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "The best resource for caregivers I have seen.", September 27, 2007

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"One of the many definitions of comfort is "the capacity to ease well-being", which certainly applies to our homes when we are seeking well-being. The word, care, may have many meanings in different scenarios, but one I like best is "to treat with dignity". The Comfort of Home is truly the best resource for caregivers I have seen. The basic descriptions, pictures, quick bullets of information and tips are just what caregivers need to learn, provided in an easy to "read and see" version. The myriad of helpful topics condensed here is just what caregivers I work with have requested and will benefit from. I highly recommend this resource to all caregivers of those with Parkinson's disease."

[Neurology Nurse Practitioner and Faculty member, University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Nursing Gwyn M. Vernon, MSN, CRNP]