Topics covered include: * Facing a new role as caregiver * The biblical basis for honouring your aging loved ones * Your circle of support, the family dynamics of caregiving * Caring for yourself, what you need to survive * Physical, mental, and emotional changes that come with aging, helping your elder cope * Getting help with medical, financial, social services, insurance, legal needs, and estate planning * Church, religious activity, and spiritual life, encouraging your elder’s faith * Protecting aging loved ones from abuse, fraud, scams, and greed * Helping your elder remain at home * When it’s time to move your loved one, independent and assisted-living options * What you need to know about nursing-home care * End-of-life issues * Facing your loved one’s death * Dealing with grief The book concludes with an extensive resource directory, endnotes, and a topical index.