Weary Joy The Caregiver S Journey

Author : Kim Marxhausen
Publisher : Concordia Publishing House
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-24
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0758662009

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Weary Joy: The Caregiver's Journey by Kim Marxhausen Pdf

In the United States, as diagnoses of dementia rise concurrent to an aging population, increasing healthcare costs and the availability and affordability of long-term care facilities place additional burdens on family members of those who have dementia. More and more, individuals are caring for long ones - parents, spouses, siblings - at home for longer periods of time, and for many, the burden of caregiving can seem almost as heavy as the disease itself. Weary Joy is written specifically for caregivers. Featuring short chapters, pragmatic information, and prayers that encourage, offer hope, and even share a little humor, Weary Joy will remind readers of God's grace and Jesus' care as they discover ways to develop resilience and endurance to navigate the ups and downs of caregiving.

Author : Eunice L. Sykes
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2021-03-09
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781664159921

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Boosting Joy: in the Grips of My Alzheimer’s Caregiver Journey by Eunice L. Sykes Pdf

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease can be a daunting task. Getting the most out of caregiving while taking care of a loved one is a challenge. When that loved one is a spouse, the tasks are doubly daunting, magnified over and over. Being mindful of your loved one’s habits, hobbies, lifestyle, and preferences is important. This book offers insights on how to reclaim and get more joy from the caregiving love journey. As an unpaid, loving caregiver, Eunice Sykes writes the book she wished she had at the beginning of her journey—one that shares, educates, and offers joy and hope to those beginning their journey or those still on the journey. Deeply personal, in-the-moment anecdotes drawn from her journals add to the honest, moving testimony that this book delivers.

Author : Jolene Brackey
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-15
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781612494838

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Creating Moments of Joy Along the Alzheimer's Journey by Jolene Brackey Pdf

The beloved best seller has been revised and expanded for the fifth edition. Jolene Brackey has a vision: that we will soon look beyond the challenges of Alzheimer's disease to focus more of our energies on creating moments of joy. When people have short-term memory loss, their lives are made up of moments. We are not able to create perfectly wonderful days for people with dementia or Alzheimer's, but we can create perfectly wonderful moments, moments that put a smile on their faces and a twinkle in their eyes. Five minutes later, they will not remember what we did or said, but the feeling that we left them with will linger. The new edition of Creating Moments of Joy is filled with more practical advice sprinkled with hope, encouragement, new stories, and generous helpings of humor. In this volume, Brackey reveals that our greatest teacher is having cared for and loved someone with Alzheimer's and that often what we have most to learn about is ourselves.

Author : Vickie Tingwald
Publisher : Page Publishing Inc
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2021-07-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781662432392

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Finding Joy in the Journey by Vickie Tingwald Pdf

In every life and family, there is a story waiting to be told. In this book, our family would like to share with you one of our greatest discoveries. In our darkest hour of suffering, we found joy in the journey. We have learned many hard lessons and still have unanswered questions, but through it all, God was with us every step of the way. Each of us faced different giants to battle, but we can all say, we are stronger, more determined, and have a greater eternal perspective than ever before. On our worst days, we were not without hope and found true joy in knowing we were never alone. The one who fights our battles was right beside us all the way! Our prayer is that as you read this book, you will realize that you are never alone. We can know the same joy that Paul knew, a joy that while in prison, he could rejoice and praise God. “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God” (2 Corinthians 1:3–4 NIV).

Author : Karen Cochran Beaulieu
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2023-08-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798886442571

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Moments that Matter; A Life Changing Companion Journey Guide for Caregiver Support Groups Or Individual Study by Karen Cochran Beaulieu Pdf

Navigate your Caregiver Journey This Journey Guide is a companion study to the first book, Moments that Matter: A roadmap for caregivers and their loved ones with memory loss. They are designed to be used together. Learn and study the art of Moment-Making: Personal reflection Self-care Spiritual growth Support Groups Individual Study Age and ability appropriate activities Caregivers are Wounded Healers. A caregiver's wounds are many. Physical strain, anger, guilt, and grief can be daily stressors. Sharing your personal story with group members, as well as hearing theirs, helps to restore brokenness and brings healing. God is the great healer and guide on our journey. He is our strength when we are weary, our hope when we are discouraged, and our encourager when the stress of caregiving weighs us down. He allows us to find joy in the journey. "This insightful book and the Caregiver Support Group gave me ideas and guidelines that helped me love and care for my husband in new ways." .....Susie Nelson "This support group altered my perspective, my role changed from extending my mother's life to providing quality loving care." .....Manny Roman

Author : Sheryl Karas
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2008-01-01
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780615186030

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The Spiritual Journey of Family Caregiving by Sheryl Karas Pdf

For five years, ending in 2005, Sheryl Karas worked as a Family Caregiving Consultant at the Alzheimer's Association and Del Mar Caregiver Resource Center helping families taking care of loved ones with incurable progressive memory loss and dementia. Trying to find services needed to provide basic care is what brought people in to see her first, but as the caregivers became more ensconced in their caregiving roles inevitably emotional and spiritual issues would become their primary concerns. Sheryl's role shifted to providing a combination of practical and spiritual care. During this period she wrote a caregiver newsletter every month and this book is the result.The author uses a very open, nondogmatic spiritual frame, appropriate for people of all religious backgrounds or none at all. Inspirational, comforting, and informative--highly recommended for anyone involved with long term care.

Author : Todd F. Cope
Publisher : Plain Sight Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1462116779

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The Caregiver's Journey by Todd F. Cope Pdf

Find peace, and even joy, in the journey to a loved one's final days. This reassuring book will help you cope with all of the decisions, challenges, and emotions that come with a terminal diagnosis or old age. Learn how to bring your family together, how to minimize and alleviate pain, and how to care for yourself so you can provide better care for those you love.

Author : Elsie J. Larson,Marcia Mitchell,Deborah Hedstrom,Lucibel Van Atta
Publisher : Shaw
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2000-03-07
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 087788790X

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Strength for the Journey by Elsie J. Larson,Marcia Mitchell,Deborah Hedstrom,Lucibel Van Atta Pdf

These authors know how everyday life saps the energy of people who are taking care of needy loved ones such as elderly parents, ailing spouses, or chronically ill children. Honest and hopeful, this devotional will encourage and strengthen readers to endure and find joy in the difficult and tremendous work they do.

Author : Brenda Avadian
Publisher : 1st Impression Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Alzheimer's disease
ISBN : 0963275240

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"Where's My Shoes?" by Brenda Avadian Pdf

Explains the history of the rodeo, important rodeo figures, and different kinds of rodeos.

Author : Peggi Speers,Tia Walker
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013-07-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 148232959X

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The Inspired Caregiver by Peggi Speers,Tia Walker Pdf

PREVIEW THE BOOK TRAILERS, Visit Peggi Speers' Author Page Below. The Inspired Caregiver is "a must" for you if: * You have suddenly become a caregiver * You are cargiving for a loved one who has Alzheimer's or another type of Dementia * You are a caregiver for a difficult person (Could it be they have Narcissistic Personality Disorder?) * You have caregiver burnout * You place your needs last on your daily priority list * You desire to be a healthy, inspired caregiver * You feel as if your life isn't yours anymore The Inspired Caregiver was created for the HEALTH OF THE CAREGIVER. The Inspired Caregiver shows you how to: * Balance life and caregiving responsibilities * Care for Yourself While Caregiving for Others * Eliminate Guilt and Other Useless, Negative Emotions * Identify and Respond to the Warning Signs of Caregiver Burnout * Transform Yourself Into an Inspired Caregiver, And More! If you are a caregiver, this is a book you dog ear, underline, write in, and keep with you throughout your caregiving journey for inspiration and strength. The information in this book, if implemented, might save YOUR life.

Author : Eunice L. Sykes
Publisher : Xlibris Us
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2021-03-09
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1664159932

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Boosting Joy: in the Grips of My Alzheimer's Caregiver Journey by Eunice L. Sykes Pdf

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be a daunting task. Getting the most out of caregiving while taking care of a loved one is a challenge. When that loved one is a spouse, the tasks are doubly daunting, magnified over and over. Being mindful of your loved one's habits, hobbies, lifestyle, and preferences is important. This book offers insights on how to reclaim and get more joy from the caregiving love journey. As an unpaid, loving caregiver, Eunice Sykes writes the book she wished she had at the beginning of her journey--one that shares, educates, and offers joy and hope to those beginning their journey or those still on the journey. Deeply personal, in-the-moment anecdotes drawn from her journals add to the honest, moving testimony that this book delivers.

Author : Denise M. Brown
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 37 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Caregivers
ISBN : OCLC:53127051

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The Caregiving Years by Denise M. Brown Pdf

Author : Daniel J. Nicewonger
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2018-11-30
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781973645689

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The Journey Continues by Daniel J. Nicewonger Pdf

Cancer has a way of upending every area of one’s life, as well as the lives of those near the patient. Pastor Daniel Nicewonger shares with honesty and vulnerability his journey following a diagnosis of stage IV colon cancer. He writes with openness, sharing the joys and struggles of learning to truly live with cancer. Daniel shares of learning to walk with his oncology team, how the journey affected the caregivers in his life, and the disruption to family and work life. The Journey Continues is Daniel’s witness that one can find joy, peace and comfort amidst the storms of life. While everyone’s journey is different, there are lessons to be learned as Daniel shares the realities of learning to live with his “new normal.” Come join with Daniel and find “Joy Amidst Life’s Struggles.”

Author : Deborah Barr
Publisher : WingSpread Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0802416780

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Grace for the Unexpected Journey by Deborah Barr Pdf

For the weary dementia or Alzheimer's caregiver, this daily devotional offers strength and self-care as they walk a long, difficult road. Each devotion reflects on a relevant Scripture passage, features a relatable caregiving story, and offers a key Scripture for meditation.

Author : Marjorie J. Thompson
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 107 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2022-08-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781514005576

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Courage for Caregivers by Marjorie J. Thompson Pdf

Drawing on the writings and wisdom of Henri J. M. Nouwen's themes of caregiving, Marjorie J. Thompson offers a vulnerable exploration of caregiving intertwined with both her own many years of intimate caregiving of family members and collected stories of caregivers in varied settings and stages of life. While not shying away from the demanding physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of caregiving, Courage for Caregivers also celebrates the gifts of caregiving grounded in the belovedness both caregiver and care receiver share in God's eyes. Practical leader guides and resources make Courage for Caregivers a tool that moves smoothly from individual encouragement to group and congregational ministry to develop support for the universal experience of caregiving.