At Home with Dying - Softcover

Collett, Merrill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1570625158 ISBN 13: 9781570625152

Publisher: Shambhala, 1999

Synopsis

Most people would rather die at home, surrounded by familiar sights and cared for by our loved ones, than in a hospital. But most of us, too, would be overwhelmed, even frightened, at the prospect of having to provide such caregiving. Of the many books available about death and dying, this is the first to explain in detail how caring for a dying loved one can be a life-expanding experience when done mindfully and from the heart. At Home with Dying is a practical guide the physical, emotional, and spiritual skills needed to care for someone who is terminally ill, based on the principles that guide the Zen Hospice Project of the San Francisco Zen Center. Merrill Collett explains step-by-step how to feed, clean, and take care of a dying person—in a way that benefits both patient and caregiver. The instructions, which include ancient wisdom teachings as well as modern practical nursing methods, include: Mindfulness skills Effective pain treatments Appropriate cooking and feeding techniques Household organization and visitor management Preparation for the moment of death Working with grief

About this title

About the Author:

Merrill Collett was a full-time resident at the San Francisco Zen Center for four years. During this time he guided many people through their final days as a volunteer caregiver at the Zen Hospice Project. He currently lives in Berkeley, California and remains active in supporting the Zen Hospice Project's work.

Review:

     "Conveys real empathy and understanding for the caregiver's challenge. It would be hard to find a clearer and more helpful discussion of nitty-gritty caregiving tasks."— Washington Post
     
     "Thoroughly illuminates the practical compassion required to make dying a less painful and more meaningful experience for all concerned."— Toronto Globe and Mail
     
     

About this edition

• Publisher: Shambhala
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 1570625158
• ISBN 13: 9781570625152
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 240