Jane Brody's Guide to the Great Beyond: A Practical Primer to

Jane Brody's Guide to the Great Beyond: A Practical Primer to Help You and Your Loved Ones Prepare Medically, Legally, and Emotionally for the End of Life

From the beloved New York Times columnist, trusted authority on health, and bestselling author comes this complete guide to everything you need to knowâ€“emotionally, spiritually, and practicallyâ€“to prepare for the end of life.

An invaluable road map to putting your affairs in orderâ€“or helping your loved ones do the sameâ€“this comprehensive book will answer every question you might have about what does and does not help smooth the transition between life and the Great Beyond. Wise, practical, and characteristically straightforward throughout, Brody advises on

â€¢ the intricacies of a well-thought-out (and fully spelled-out) living will that health care practitioners readily understandâ€“and how to designate a health care proxy.
â€¢ planning a funeral or memorial to ensure your wishes are followed, including tips on how to reduce expenses.
â€¢ discussing prognoses and treatment options with doctors.
â€¢ your options for controlling pain, shortness of breath, bed sores, and other physical symptomsâ€“plus the facts on feeding tubes.
â€¢ receiving the support you need through hospice careâ€“and suggestions for loved ones and friends who want to help.
â€¢ lightening and enlightening your trials by incorporating spirituality into your life.
â€¢ understanding what happens, physically and mentally, when death is imminent, and recognizing when hand-holding and reassurance, not food or drink or an oxygen mask or CPR, is the proper course of action.
â€¢ easing your way through the journey of grief by admitting the reality of the loss, showing your emotions, and allowing yourself the time you feel you need.

No matter your age or current health, preparing for the inevitable when you are still fully in control of your faculties ensures that youâ€™ll be in a far better position to enjoy the time you have left. As Brody notes, â€œFrom the start, consider the finish.â€
Country USA
Brand Random House Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer Random House
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9781400066544
ReleaseDate 2009-02-17
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781400066544

Country	USA
Brand	Random House Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer	Random House
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	9781400066544
ReleaseDate	2009-02-17
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781400066544

Jane Brody's Guide to the Great Beyond: A Practical Primer to Help You and Your Loved Ones Prepare Medically, Legally, and Emotionally for the End of Life

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