Elder Care: Caring Together Case Studies for Healthcare Professionals and Families: A Story-Based Guide to Excellence for Caregivers of Aging Parents (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798287354213)

Do you understand Elderly Abuse, Do you know how to prevent older people from falling? This book will help you look after your elderly parents at home or those in a nursing home.
This comprehensive guide transforms traditional elder care training through the power of storytelling and real-world case studies. Rather than presenting dry policies and abstract guidelines, each chapter follows real individuals whose experiences teach us how to provide exceptional care while preserving dignity, safety, and joy in the golden years.
From Margaret Chen's 2:30 AM fall that sparked a community-wide safety revolution, to Eleanor Martinez's recovery from abuse that became a model for survivor support, to Dorothy Wilson's social renaissance that proved isolation isn't inevitable-these stories bring complex care concepts to life through human experiences that resonate with both professional caregivers and family members.
This guide addresses five critical areas of elder care:

• Social Engagement and Activities showcasing real community connections and cultural innovations
• Elder Abuse Prevention and Response through survivor stories and system transformations
• Falls Prevention via personal journeys from vulnerability to confidence
• Targeted Exercise Programs; two programs; one for Balance and Co-ordination and the other for Strength training using dumbells

Designed for versatility, this resource serves institutional care teams, home care providers, family caregivers, and community organizations. The story-based approach makes complex information memorable and actionable, while case studies provide practical templates for implementation across diverse care settings.
Behind every statistic is a person deserving dignity, safety, and connection. Their stories guide us toward excellence in elder care.

Author: L. M. Harwood
ISBN-13: 9798287354213
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 06/10/2025
Pages: 102
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.43lbs
Size: 9.69h x 7.44w x 0.21d