The Selfish Pig's Guide to Caring : How to Cope with the Emotional and Practical Aspects of Caring for Someone

Marriott, Hugh

ISBN 10: 0751537098 / ISBN 13: 9780751537093

Published by Little, Brown Book Group Limited, 2007

About this Item

Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Selfish Pig's Guide to Caring : How to Cope with the Emotional and Practical Aspects of Caring for Someone
• Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group Limited
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0751537098
• ISBN 13: 9780751537093
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 0.562 pounds

About this title

Synopsis

Millions of people provide unpaid care for disabled or elderly relatives, friends, or neighbors. Their job is long, lonely, and hard, yet there is limited support and no formal training. As a result, carers suffer frequent damage to their physical and mental health. Though carers by definition are anything but "selfish pigs," they are also liable to feelings of guilt that are often brought on by fatigue and isolation. This guide is designed to provide support for carers of every variety and air commonly ignored topics that arise when providing care. Humorous and uplifting in tone, this is the perfect resource for coming to terms with caring for someone in the grip of a debilitating disease.

About the Author

Hugh Marriott lives in Lymington with his wife Cathie, who is suffering from Huntingdon's Disease. He used to run his own PR business. He has three daughters and enjoys sailing.