Circles of Care: How to Set Up Quality Care for Our Elders in the Comfort of Their Own Homes
"InCircles of Care,Ann Cason offers this advice to those hiring caregivers for old folks: 'Don't hire anyone unless you would enjoy being with that person yourself.' Legions of elderly respond with riotous applause."—Shambhala Sun"Circles of Carebrings us home, into a fresh, generous, and gentle approach to the care of our elders, as well as a deeper understanding of ourselves."—Branches of Light"Circles of Careis one of the best-researched books on the most urgent issue facing older Americans and their families: recruiting and keeping qualified and sensitive caregivers for elders faced with problems ranging from physical ailments to dementia.  Ann Cason's superb book uses true-to-life examples to help family members and caregivers alike work their way through this complicated maze."—William K. Wasch, National Council on Aging; author ofHome Planning for Your Later Years"Brilliant!  Utterly on the mark; warm, wise, and compassionate.  InCircles of Care, Ann Cason's vast experience shows: she provides a comprehensive eldercare guide that (finally!) addresses the often overlooked emotional terrain of aging and decline, giving it the gift of dignity it so rightly deserves.  This is a must-read for any of us sharing life and caring at home for those we love."—Marilyn Webb, author ofThe Good Death;former editor-in-chief,Psychology Today