Chicken Soup for the Caregiver’s Soul: Stories to Inspire Caregivers in the Home, the Community and the World (Chicken Soup for the Soul)
A dose of inspiration for caregiving professionals and the millions of souls who help care for family and friends.
Over 54 million people in America help care for ailing or recovering family members and friends and millions more give of themselves to others through day care, eldercare, emergency and community service.
While rewarding, care giving requires tremendous emotional, physical and spiritual stamina. Chicken Soup for the Caregivers Soul offers a respite to those who give care through inspiring and uplifting stories about the work they do and its power to transform lives.
Through awe-inspiring glimpses of real-life experiences of others, readers will find the motivation to overcome a challenging day, welcome recognition for their selfless contributions, and the encouragement to continue making a positive difference in others lives.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars A heartfelt read for all caregivers
I received my copy of the Chicken Soup for the Caregiver’s Soul as one of the book’s contributors, and read it cover to cover. LeAnn, Jack and Mark have really captured the heart and soul of the caregiving experience with this finely edited book. As founder of Today’s Caregiver magazine and caregiver.com (as well as a family caregiver), I have been blessed to read many books and articles about caregiving over the past nine years, and I find this to be extremely inspirational, touching and true. I would recommend it not only to caregivers but also to all of their friends and family members. I am proud to be associated with this book.
5 Stars Exceptional book filled with hope
“The word ‘caregiver’ encompasses a great deal: choices, responsibilities, emotions and even hidden joys. Chicken Soup for the Caregiver”s Soul embraces all of these, leaving you with the greatest emotion of all, laughter through tears,” notes Lisa Copen of Rest Ministries. “You”ll find yourself giggling while choking back a sob, realizing that through any circumstance you can still find hope. A perfect gift for a friend or yourself.”
5 Stars A hopeful book for those feeling less than hopeful
Caregiving can be a lonely, desperate job. Chicken Soup For the Caregiver’s Soul helps to ease that loneliness and desperation. The laughter, tears, joy, and most of all, love expressed by the caregiving heroes in these inspiring stories will fill caregivers with a sense of hope. Regardless of the situation, Chicken Soup For the Caregiver’s Soul is a must read for caregivers and those who care for caregivers.
5 Stars Caregiving help
Like all the Chicken Soup for the Soul books, this book gives the reader an option to read one story in a short time, or several if you have longer. They are great for people in a hurry who savor little bits of encouragement with a quick read of various stories. Good gift for a caregiver.
5 Stars For caregivers everywhere–and for those who love them!
Over 54 million people are involved with caregiving, yet everyone feels alone with their roller coaster of emotions. This inspirational book will give you a quick pick-me-up at any moment you feel that you could really use a hug. These lovely short stories are by real voices of courageous caregivers who share their triumphs and sorrows, helping you to have an easier journey. Your heart will be warmed as you smile and nod in recognition, and realize that you’ve gained valuable insight, solutions and hope.
Jacqueline Marcell, author, ‘Elder Rage’, and host of the ‘Coping with Caregiving’ Internet Radio Program.
I was honored to have my story included in this delightful book.
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