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by Maria M. Meyer (Author), National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Author), Paula Derr (Author) "Sometimes children take on major household and personal care duties when a parent has disability due to MS..." (more)
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"…a must-read for anyone who cares for someone with MS. Mindfully illustrated, well-organised, and exhaustive in its breadth of information…" -- Dean Kramer, Essayist, Author of Life on Cripple Creek; Essays on Living with Multiple Sclerosis, Management Team MSWorld, Inc.

"…empowering to caregivers and patients…who will benefit from this concise and realistic view of managing life with a chronic condition." -- MS World, Kathleen Wilson MA, MFA, Founding President

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Now—at last— a Guide that promises to take the fear out of home care and bring confidence and peace of mind to MS caregivers. Simple and Practical! Starts with the basics— which most books assume you already know. Easy to read. Positive and Empowering! Contains all the information you need at your fingertips— both— now and as new health care needs arise. Like a trusted friend, it will guide you every step of the way. Full of Money-Saving Ideas! Emphasizes simple ways to prevent injuries and infections that lead to expensive hospital stays. A to Z! Takes you through all the steps of home care, helping you to: • identify what is needed to provide in-home care. • Work with your partner to use the healthcare team effectively • use the healthcare team effectively • make the home accessible , safe and comfortable • understand equipment and supplies • assist your partner with activities of daily living • ensure proper nutrition and exercise for the person in your care • understand medical terms associated with MS • avoid caregiver burnout • prepare for the future concerning financial management and other difficult decisions Plus—Checklists, resources, and tips to make your job easier.

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  • Paperback: 326 pages
  • Publisher: CareTrust Publications; 1 edition (May 20, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 096647676X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0966476767
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.4 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,070,747 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars not helpful, June 26, 2006
this is the second time i've ever given a book less than 4 stars. i was quite disappointed. the content, i expected, might help family members in coping with a new diagnosis by a loved one (as the cover seemed to claim). with content taken from other books in the series, it almost seems to make ms sound like a disease which absolutely results in severe physical and cognitive degeneration. it provides lists, lists of everything, sometimes listing resources that might be of more help to caregivers of persons with other disorders. other times, the lists seemed to include almost random content. counseling included three paragraphs - five sentences - without suggesting resources or support groups for caregivers. probably the most helpful section of the book was on physical modifications to the home, mobility devices, etc. even it, however, was unfortunately incomplete. the list of mobility devices included scooters, wheelchairs, and pictures of many canes but none of canadian crutches, which seem to help many folks with m.s. in maintaining stability. the book was not written in an easy to read format, list after list provided few transitions, content seemed mis-leading, ill-informed, and incomplete. the physical modification section was good and i thought about 2 stars, but, based on the generally poor content throughout the rest of the book, i'm giving it a one star. i hope that i'm not being too critical and that others will share about their experience of this book. obviously, i would not recommend this book at the retail or current discounted price. if you have an opportunity to get it at a library used book sale for under $1, you might consider it.
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Valued Spot in my Library of Books on Multiple Sclerosis, June 29, 2006
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The collaboration between Maria Meyer and Paula Derr with Kimberly Koch and Diane Afes from the National MS Society in presenting "The Comfort of Home Multiple Sclerosis Edition" is a huge success. The information in this book is presented in a clear, precise manner that is easy to follow. I realize the book is geared towards multiple sclerosis caregivers but it has so much information that is useable for me, a person living with MS, that it will find a valued spot in my library of books on multiple sclerosis. The tips, notes, checklists, resource information, and the publication guides are all great tools. Anyone living with MS, whether patient, family member or caregiver, will find information that they can immediately use in this edition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars MS World Review - A "Must Read", September 27, 2007
Review by MS World (May 2007): This really is a must-read for anyone who cares for someone with MS. People with MS who are currently care-free(or care-less) would do well to read it also. Mindfully illustrated, well organized, and exhaustive in its breadth of information, the book addresses the important issues facing those who are trying to retain quality of life at home while coping with worsening MS....details could be chilling for one who has MS and may be daunting for a caregiver, but the writing is calm and supportive. One feels encouraged to explore options rather than run from unpleasant realities....thankfully, there are suggestions for caregiver relief and extensive resources for outside aid involving respite care and vacation/travel arrangements....writing as a reviewer who has worsening MS...I would refer to this book without hesitation should I need the knowledge it contains. [Reviewed May 2007 by Dean Kramer, Essayists, Author of Life on Cripple Creek; Essays on Living with Multiple Sclerosis, Management Team MSWorld, Inc.]
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