{"product_id":"book-28hs","title":"Survival Guide to Caring for Aging Parents","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen Your Parent Needs You-Are You Ready?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne call can change everything. A fall, a sudden diagnosis, or a moment of confusion-and suddenly, you are a caregiver, whether planned or not. Millions of Americans face this challenge, often without guidance, trying to navigate Medicare, health insurance, care options, medications, and their own lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is the guide they wish they had.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by healthcare veterans with over 50 years of combined experience-and hard-won personal experience caring for their own aging parents-\u003cem\u003eSurvival Guide to Caring for Aging Parents\u003c\/em\u003e blends professional insight with real-world case studies, giving you the practical, compassionate handbook every adult child needs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside, you'll learn how to:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigate Medicare, Medicaid, Medigap, and Medicare Advantage-without confusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose between in-home care, assisted living, independent living, or nursing home options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManage finances, including hidden costs, benefit programs, and protecting your parent from scams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand and manage chronic health conditions, cognitive decline, medications, physical safety, and fall risks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvocate effectively with doctors, specialists, and care facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManage family dynamics and involve siblings in care decisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect your own mental and physical health so you can sustain the caregiving role\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFilled with 14 case studies, checklists, and technology tips, this guide reads like advice from a trusted friend with decades of experience. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are just beginning to notice signs of decline in a parent, already deep in the caregiving journey, or planning while there is still time - this guide meets you exactly where you are. Because caregiving is hard enough. You deserve a guide that is both honest and hopeful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"There are only four kinds of people in the world-those who have been caregivers, those currently caregiving, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.\"\u003c\/em\u003e - Rosalynn Carter\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"INAudio","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":67381450768688,"sku":"BD28hs","price":10.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-28hs","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}