Activities for the Family Caregiver: Multiple Sclerosis - Paperback

by Lisa Ost-Beikmann (Author), Suzanne John (Author), Scott Silknitter (Author)

A unique blend of decades of activities and engagement experience mixed with long term care experience, the Activities for the Family Caregiver: Multiple Sclerosis: How to Engage / How to Live offers information and insight to enhance quality of life for family caregivers. Learn new communication and engagement strategies to improve time spent with your loved one. Gain new insight as you learn the "how to's" and "why" techniques of activities of daily living and leisure. Discover how to turn daily activities and routines into opportunities to start some joy. Written by nationally-recognized leaders, Activities for the Family Caregiver: Multiple Sclerosis: How to Engage / How to Live provides much-needed information to address the unique social needs of those with MS and those who care for them. TOPICS COVERED IN THIS BOOK MS Overview Family, Friends and the Benefits of Activities Know Your Loved One-Information Gathering and Assessment Communicating and Motivating for Success Customary Routines and Preferences Planning and Executing Activities Leisure Activity Categories - Types, Topics, and Tips Activities of Daily Living - Tips and Suggestions Home Preparatio