A Guide To Working As A Personal Care Attendant

People with disabilities are one of the largest groups in the United States - about 58 million Americans are members of this community. To live independently, many people with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities hire a personal attendant to assist with day-to-day tasks. Finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging, but not impossible. Written by an inspiring speaker, writer and advocate who is herself disabled, The Personal Care Attendant Guide teaches readers how to find a competent caregiver. It also gives current and prospective attendants vital information and real-life examples to help them succeed in this demanding work environment. Special features include: Easy-to-use forms and worksheets to make search easier and more organized Personal stories from people with disabilities who use attendants to maintain their independence Anecdotes from experienced caregivers Resources listed alphabetically by disability The relationship between those who need help and those who provide it can be difficult to balance, but it can be maintained and even fun at times. This unique book will equip people with disabilities, as well as those managing caregivers for family members, with the skills to successfully find, interview, hire, train, and supervise their personal attendants.

This unique book will equip people with disabilities, as well as those managing caregivers for family members, with the skills to successfully find, interview, hire, train, and supervise their personal attendants....

"A Guide for International Nursing Students is an essential resource for overseas nurses and international students of nursing in Australia and New Zealand. It assists the reader to develop essential communication skills for practice as a student and registered nurse in the region. A companion CD allows the reader to become familiar with authentic nursing conversations and nursing handovers."--Provided by publisher.

The authors created this self-help guide for those who have suffered a spinal cord injury because "Our experience ... tells us that recovery and successful living after injury go more smoothly when people know what to expect ..." The descriptions of each aspect of life following the injury, from what happens in the hospital and the emotional effects which accompany the trauma, to the new lives experienced afterwards, are supplemented with the personal stories of those who have suffered this injury. Of the three authors, two are psychologists and one is an MD affiliated with the rehabilitation program at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. A list of resources is included.

This guide is design to provide the necessary skills and knowledge required of Home Care Attendants, Nurse, Nurse's Assistant, and any person responsible for the care of patient or resident clients. This guide is a must have for Nursing schools, and private care agencies.

This book provides current information on the top 100 careers. Each career is described in detail, including job duties, training and education requirements, salary, projected job availability, and related occupations. It includes a special section on how to find a job, write a resume and cover letter, and provides tips for effective job interviews.