TY - BOOK AU - Focus on the Family Physicians Resource Council AU - Holstege,Henry AU - Riekse,Robert J. TI - Complete guide to caring for aging loved ones: A lifeline for those navigating the practical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of caregiving SN - 9781414301600 AV - HV1461 .C667 2004 PY - 2002/// CY - Wheaton, Illinois PB - Tyndale House Publishers KW - Older people KW - Home care KW - United States KW - Caregivers KW - Caring KW - Religious aspects KW - Christianity N1 - 2; Facing a new role: Becoming your loved one's caregiver --; Honoring your aging loved ones: Biblical basics --; Your circle of support: Family dynamics in caregiving --; Caring for yourself: What you need to survive --; Physical changes in aging - Part 1: Understanding and caring for common health problems in the elderly --; Physical changes in aging - Part 2: Understanding and caring for common health problems in the elderly --; Mental change, memory loss, and dementia: Understanding brain changes in aging --; Emotional changes in aging: Helping your elder cope --; Getting help: Finding health, medical, and social services --; Getting help: Financial care --; Getting help: Legal care and estate planning --; Church, religious activity, and spiritual life: How to encourage and support your elder's faith --; Protecting aging loved ones from elder abuse --; Protecting aging loved ones from fraud, scams, and greed --; Helping your elder remain at home: Plus, community-based resources --; When it's time to move: Independent and assisted-living options --; Nursing-home care: What you need to know --; End-of-life issues: Facing medical decisions --; When it's time to let go: Facing your loved one's death --; Moving forward: Dealing with grief; 1 N2 - Whether you're preparing for the responsibility or are in the midst of caring for an elderly loved one, this complete guide from Focus on the Family provides the practical information you need-and a spiritual and emotional lifeline. Topics include burnout; physical, emotional, and mental changes in aging; medical, financial, and legal help; elder abuse; choosing a care facility; and end-of-life decisions. Caregivers will also learn what the Bible says about caregiving and the keys to effectively fulfilling that role. True stories throughout the guide share common concerns and a sense of support from those who have been there ER -