Gael Chiarella Alba

Fruits of Care Gael Chiarella Alba

"There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers." -Rosalynn Carter Through the use of memoir, reflection, guidance, and insight from a caregiver research study, Fruits of Care: A User's Guide to Family Caregiving provides needed support for a growing society that cares for its own by sharpening the individual caregivers' advocacy and coping skills. There is never a perfect time to take on extraordinary or unexpected care of a loved one, and family caregiving can create strain and a sense of isolation even in the best of times. In these pages you'll discover: - The emergence of the Family Caregiver in the professional circle of care. - The role of resilience through the experience of care. - Results-oriented guidance in the practice of care.