Fruits of Care

“There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.”

—Rosalynn Carter





Through the use of memoir, reflection, guidance, and insight from a caregiver research study, Fruits of Care: A User’s Guide to Family Caregiving provides needed support for a growing society that cares for its own by sharpening the individual caregivers’ advocacy and coping skills.



There is never a perfect time to take on extraordinary or unexpected care of a loved one, and family caregiving can create strain and a sense of isolation even in the best of times. In these pages you’ll discover:



The emergence of the Family Caregiver in the professional circle of care; the role of resilience through the experience of care; and results-oriented guidance in the practice of care.