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A CAREGIVER'S CHALLENGE: Living, Loving, Letting Go
by Maryann Schacht, MSW
(Feterson Press, Santa Rosa, California)
An easy-to-read
book by a long-time member of Shomrei Torah that covers a wide variety of topics unique to caregivers
for very ill or dying loved ones. Fifteen sensitively written
chapters cover everything from initial diagnosis to dealing
with practical matters, including money-management and
power-of-attorney decisions as well as self-care, utilization
of community resources, ethical wills and, in the end, saying
good-bye and letting go. Worksheets are included to help the
reader organize thoughts, honor feelings and prioritize issues.
Grief Support ~ Sunday, February 17
from 10 am to Noon
The Caring Committee and Rabbi George invite those who have experienced
a recent loss to come together for a special gathering.
Our gathering will take place in the Shomrei Torah sanctuary,
with brunch provided by the Caring committee (Bikur Cholim).
We�ll eat, talk and simply be together � there is comfort in community.
Please RSVP to Muncie Harper at 527-0194
How does a community respond when a family suffers serious illness, death or other tragedy? The Caring Committee at Shomrei Torah coordinates with congregation members to bring a home-cooked meal, give other members rides to services, participate in a memorial service or Minyan when the need arises, or just offers a concerned or friendly voice on the phone. Contact Muncie Harper if you know somebody in need of help or are interested in helping those in need.