Caregiver's Handbook -- A Guide & Resource for the Sandwich Generation

Originally written as a resource for the San Diego, California area, this little book is packed with ideas, checklists and personal experiences that will give anyone who is helping an aging parent some ideas and inspiration. It dives into areas not covered by other books on taking care of older parents --like how do you handle the time you need to take off work, and how to talk with your supervisor on the needs, and work expectations while caring for an older parent. 

Also covers how to deal with stress of caregiving, and how to help your children make it through the ordeal, and how to find the resources to fit your needs. Published by the Work-Life Coalition of San Diego and the Aging and Independent Services, County of San Diego. 58 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, $3.50

Contents

Introduction
How to use this Handbook
A Personal Account
You Are Not Alone
The Information Guide
Tips on Phone Contacts
Tips on Using the Internet -- Evaluating Websites

1: Caregivers & Employment
Strategies to Think About
Flexible Work Schedules can Help
Talking With Your Supervisor
As a Last Resort -- Changing Jobs or Leaving Your Job

2: Providing Care for an Elder
How Do You Find This Help, or Any Help?
Other Resources
Adult Day Programs
Nutrition Programs
In-Home Help
Medical Equipment and Home Modification
Health Insurance
Practical Caregiving Tips
Companionship and Emotional Needs
Caregiving and Ethnicity

3: Child Care and Other Children Issues
Selecting a Child Care Provider
Respite for Older Children and Adolescents
Grandparents as Primary Caregivers to Grandchildren

4: Effects of Caregiving on Your Family
Support From Those Closest to You
Your Relationships with Your Children
The Extended Family

5: Caring for Yourself When You are Caring for Others
Stress
How Do You Know if You Are Experiencing Stress?
Coping With Stress
Emotional-Focused Coping
Turn to Your Support Network
Start Your Own Support Group
Stay Healthy
Change Your Thinking
Take Time for Yourself

6: Legal and Financial Issues
Health Care Decision Making
Asset Management
Conclusion

7:The End of Life A Caregiving Challenge
Terminal Illness
Practical Tips for Caregivers
Problem-Focused Coping
Emotional-Focused Coping
Spirituality
Death and After Death
The Grief Process
Children and Grief
Conclusion

Caregiving Resources
Caregiver Information Sheet
Telephone Contact Record
Website Visit Record and Evaluation

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