Overview

A panicked voice says two words that change everything: ""Mom fell."" In an instant, you're not just a daughter or son-you're a caregiver, an advocate, a decision-maker, a project manager, and the emotional anchor holding your family together. Mom Fell, Now What? is a powerful, story-driven guide for anyone navigating the confusing world of elder care. Kathleen Rawlings shares her real-life caregiving journey-from her mom's first fall, through hospital stays, rehab, senior living, long-term care, and hospice-offering hard-won lessons and practical tools. If you're overwhelmed or unsure what to do next, this book will help you take the next right step. Inside, you'll learn how to: Leverage inpatient rehab, respite care and homecare services Bring caregivers into the home when more help is needed Understand HIPAA and medical communication to stay informed Organize medical, legal, and financial information Advocate for an aging loved one with dignity Recognize signs of cognitive decline and when memory care may be needed Understand hospice-what it is and what it isn't This is for you if you're caring for an aging parent after a fall, injury, or hospitalization or you're juggling caregiving with work, family, distance, and exhaustion Written by a corporate learning and process-improvement professional with a ""there has to be a better way"" mindset, Mom Fell, Now What? breaks down complex systems-while honoring the emotional reality of loving someone through decline. Caregiving is hard. But you are not alone.

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Excellent resources for adult children navigating through this challenging season of life.""This is an excellent book for anyone who is thrust into the middle of caring for aging parents or relatives or sees it in their future. One of the book's greatest strengths is the practical advice from someone who lived through the difficult journey. From managing personality changes to navigating the complicated medical systems, the guidance is practical and realistic. The author honestly addresses feelings of burnout, resentment and pure exhaustion."" Buy one for you and one for your sibling(s)""Having previously walked this desolate path with both of my parents, Kathleen Rawlings has penned a compelling journal and compiled a treasure trove of helpful information. The knowledge in this book can reduce the number of lessons learned the hard way during the most physically draining and heart-wrenching times. It also serves as a proactive guide for those who wish to lighten their loved ones' load as they face their own mortality."" Beautifully written with sound advice and helpful insight""This book is beautifully written with practical and pertinent information for anyone caring for aging parents. Kathy writes engaging and heartfelt stories that are honest and relatable. She has the talent to have you laughing and crying all in the same chapter. Grab a copy of this essential handbook. You won't feel alone on this journey."" You Are Not Alone...Mom Fell, Now What? Will Make You Feel Seen Excellent resource & engaging to read!!""Excellent resource for anyone in the throws of caretaking for a senior loved one, but I recommend reading it before you need it!! The stories she shares are true stories shared from her personal experiences, and very engaging!.""

Author Information

Kathleen Rawlings has seen firsthand the challenges that come with behavioral change and process improvement throughout her thirty-year career in corporate learning and organizational effectiveness. She holds a B.A. in English and a B.S. in Education, and she has authored and delivered more than 500 adult learning courses. Fueled by a relentless there has to be a better way mindset, she is an expert at identifying broken processes and establishing best practices.Recognized as an inspirational leader with contagious energy, she leads with clarity and conviction. Kathleen thrives on meeting people where they are and challenging them to learn and grow through engaging, storytelling experiences. She excels at building trusted relationships and making courageous choices that drive meaningful results.So, when her mom fell and broke her hip, changing both of their lives in an instant, Kathleen instinctively applied her leadership, communication, and change-management skills to her new role as Project Manager of Mom's Life. Along the way, she became a ""semi-pro"" member of her aging parent's care team-navigating elder-care terminology, insurance coverage, senior-living options, and the maze of a fragmented healthcare system with equal parts heart and determination.Kathleen lives in Texas with her husband Rick and her pug bulldog Truman.

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