Strength in Caring Empowering Dementia Caregivers

A Simple Guide for Families Practical Advice and Emotional Support for Those Caring for Ageing Parents

By: Amber Glover

Narrated by: Amanda Jo

Length: 4 hrs and 58 mins

Publisher's summary

Unlock the secrets to providing exceptional dementia care, even if you're feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and on the brink of burnout.

Have you always dreamt of providing the best care for your loved one living with dementia?

Do you wrestle with feelings of guilt and overwhelm, believing you're falling short of being the caregiver you ought to be?

You're not alone. As the caregiver of a loved one with dementia, you are performing one of the most emotionally, physically, and financially taxing roles one could undertake. Yet, your unwavering commitment and relentless dedication often go unnoticed and unsupported.

The struggles you face daily, from navigating financial challenges to managing episodes of aggression and warding off feelings of desolation, are well-known, and the journey can often feel lonely.

But it doesn't have to be this way.

"Dementia Guide for Caregivers" is the handbook you need. This book uncovers a holistic approach to dementia care that respects your emotional health, honors your hard work, and equips you with practical, evidence-based strategies to overcome the challenges you face.

Here's just a glimpse of what you'll discover in this life-changing guide:

The ABCs of dementia caregiving: Learn all basic things every caregiver needs to know about dealing with dementia

The practical approach to navigating the legal and financial hurdles that dementia caregiving poses

A proven strategy to communicate more effectively with your loved one

Techniques to decode and defuse aggressive behavior in people living with dementia

The ultimate self-care routine to bounce back from caregiver burnout and regularly refuel your caring capacity

Addressing your loved one's depression: Proven strategies to support your loved one in their lowest moments

Time Management Hacks: Real-life, practical solutions to organizing and managing your caregiving tasks efficiently

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©2024 amber Glover (P)2024 Amber Glover

Practical Tips and Emotional Support

Navigating dementia care can be overwhelming, but this audiobook provides clear, practical advice and emotional support. The tips are easy to implement, and the compassionate tone offers much-needed reassurance. It’s a valuable resource for families balancing the complexities of caregiving with their own lives.

educational

This book offers valuable resources and caring advice to assist readers in navigating the difficult experience of caring for loved ones with dementia. The comprehensive guide provides practical solutions for handling legal and financial matters, as well as emotional support to help caregivers manage the unique challenges they face.

Supportive Advice

The book gives simple tips that make big differences. It teaches how to talk to your loved one and really connect. You'll also learn to spot when they're upset and calm them down. It's full of advice that feels doable, even on hard days. You'll find ways to look after yourself too, so you don't burn out. It's not just helpful, it makes you feel stronger and start to see the strength you have inside to keep going.

Much-Needed Lifeline for Families

As a nurse with psychogeriatric experience in dementia care, I’ve witnessed firsthand the emotional toll this disease takes on both the individual and their loved ones. Dementia is heartbreaking as it progresses, and for many families, the stress becomes overwhelming, often leading to the difficult decision of placing a loved one in long-term care. The way dementia manifests can vary greatly, making it a particularly complex disease to navigate. This book offers a much-needed lifeline for families, guiding them through the caregiving journey from the early stages of mild dementia to the more advanced stages. It provides compassionate, practical advice for those facing one of life’s most challenging situations.

Nurturing for both sides

Not only does this book lift up and encourage those who are helping people in their lives that have Dementia, but it also gives you extremely useful and applicable tips on improving the care you are able to give without adding to your already draining demands. The author shows true care and compassion for both the caregivers and loved ones who act as their patients. Even just using this book as a reminder that you are not the only one who has gone through this process can be very helpful.

Comprehensive guide

Empowering Dementia Caregivers is a compassionate and practical guide for families caring for loved ones with dementia. It provides straightforward advice on caregiving tasks, emotional support, and managing stress. The book emphasizes self-care, setting boundaries, and seeking help, making it a valuable resource for caregivers who may feel overwhelmed or isolated. With its warm, supportive tone, the guide serves not only as a practical handbook but also as an emotional companion during the caregiving journey.

A Lifeline for Dementia Caregivers!

This book provides essential guidance for anyone caring for a loved one with dementia. It’s full of practical advice that’s easy to apply in daily caregiving, but it also offers much-needed emotional support for families going through this challenging experience. The balance of clear instructions and compassionate insights makes it a helpful resource. Whether you're new to caregiving or have been at it for a while, this guide offers valuable tips and encouragement to make the journey a little easier.

A Lifeline for Dementia Caregivers

This audiobook is an incredible source of support and guidance for those caring for parents with dementia. The advice is practical, easy to understand, and addresses both the emotional and physical challenges of caregiving. What really stood out to me was the focus on balancing care for loved ones with caring for myself—a message that is often overlooked. The narration is compassionate and soothing. It’s informative and perfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to best provide care for a loved one with dementia. The book offers concrete strategies that will boost confidence in a caregiving role. If you're navigating the complexities of dementia care, this audiobook is a must-have resource that provides both practical tips and emotional support.

Very informative

This book is like having a helpful friend by your side when you're taking care of a family member with dementia. This book makes it easy to understand how to give the best care, even when things feel really hard. It has simple tips and advice that make caring for your loved one a little easier and helps you feel more confident, even if you're feeling tired or overwhelmed. It’s a great guide that shows you how to keep going with love and patience, giving you the support you need to make your loved one feel safe and happy.

Read early on

What a practical book! Although it would greatly help at any stage of a loved one's illness, the time to read is very early. The chapter on financing your loved one's care is essential. Don't wait until the care for your loved one has taken over your life and ravaged you like I did. This book, had I found it early on, would has saved me so much heartache. God bless you, Amber!