Books & TrainingThe Comfort of HomeMultiple Sclerosis EditionCaregiver SupportNewslettersPresentation KitsVideosAlzheimer'sEducated CaregiverLong-Term Guide"...a masterful job of presenting the multiple aspects of caregiving in a format that is both comprehensive and reader-friendly. ...important focus on physical aspects of giving care..."Parkinson Report
"This book should lighten the load for anyone giving or receiving care at home."InsideMS, Theodosia Kelsey
"...almost any issue or question or need for resolution is most likely spoken of somewhere within the pages of this guide."American Journal of Alzheimer's Disease
"...particularly helpful to those who live in rural areas and do not have professionals readily available."Western Wire Vicki Schmall PhD
"Physicians, family practitioners and geriatricians, and hospital social workers should be familiar with the book and recommend it to the families of the elderly."Home Care University Quality Review
1999 Benjamin Franklin Award
The Publishers Marketing Association (PMA) has awarded The Comfort of Hometm its prestigious 1999 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN AWARD in the HEALTH CATEGORY. The judges describe this exceptional caregiving guide as "... Overall a beautifully designed book with very useful, practical information for caregivers... an attractive, well-put together package with distinctive chapter headings, clear organization of material throughout, and imaginative use of typography/layout."
Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal
Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal has awarded The Comfort of Hometm its highest rating (Five Stars). Doody's praises this caregiving home... well organized... written for the lay public... especially valuable with rich illustrations of caregiving and caregiving aids... most helpful for families and others who are choosing to become a primary caregiver... Health care professionals in numerous settings would benefit from this resource..."
Reviewer’s Choice - Home Care University
...physicians ...family practitioners and geriatricians... hospital social workers should be familiar with the book and recommend it to the families of the elderly."
"I have every confidence that...The Comfort of Home will soon become the bible for the vast majority of loving, but untrained and unskilled family members providing care for their loved ones. –The Honorable Mark O. Hatfield, U.S. Senator (Ret.)
"In my 20 years of direct and academic experience, The Comfort of Hometm is the most comprehensive and reader-friendly guide to care at home that I have found. Anyone dealing with an aging friend or relative can benefit greatly from using to it." Judith Bartmann, PhD, Director; Institute for the Study of Aging – Nova Southeastern University
"Resource of Note" National Chronic Care Consortium’s CareLink (Volume 5, Number 11, November 1998)
"What are the basics needed in home care? This covers the needs of home care; from bathing and wheelchair transfers to avoiding illness and getting health care advice. Pros and cons are outlined along with a step-by-step program for caregivers. Notable here are the specifics; from understanding special equipment for home care to assessing different insurance plan options: where others focus on psychology alone, this gets down to the nitty gritty. The Midwest Book Review, February 1999
"Excellent book" MAGEC MESSENGER, First Quarter 1999 A University of Miami MAGEC / GRECC Publication
"...covers the essentials of home care in a practical , easy-to-follow format." The Troy Record, January 22, 1999
"This book is an excellent, comprehensive and easily understood resource for caregivers." Linda M. Pace, CISW, Director; Pathways Program, Foundation for Senior Living
"The Comfort of Home is a basic guide to providing home health care, which is one of life’s most formidable challenges. It will be particularly helpful to those who live in rural areas and do not have professionals readily accessible." Western Wire, Western Rural Development Center (Winter 1999); Reviewed by Vicki Schmall PhD, Gerontology Specialist, Professor Emeritus, Oregon State University
"This extremely practical book provides family caregivers information about how to meet the physical care needs of their loved ones and how to travel the maze of decisions related to home care and care in long term care facilities. I found the information well presented and very practical." Sylvia McSkimming, PhD, RN; Executive Director, Supportive Care of the Dying
"This book is well thought out and laid out. It is a step-by-step guide that all caregivers need regardless of the care receiver’s chronic condition. Both formal and informal caregivers will benefit from reading this book." Suzie Cashwell, Administrative Coordinator of Valdosta State University, South Georgia CARE-NET
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