Product Description

Kathy's mother suffered a stroke during a routine medical test. Kathy was frustrated in her search for answers about her mother's prognosis. Slowly, her knowledge about patient's rights, living wills, and what to do when a patient's medical insurance and money run out, began to grow. She began to keep a journal of the things that she had learned. The journal turned into a book written for other baby boomers, like herself. As this large segment of the population ages, they face the difficult task of caring for their elderly parents. Long-term healthcare has an exorbitant price tag, both financially and emotionally.

This is also a touching, personal story of Kathy and her brother. They found that the more their mother needed them; the more they needed each other.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2535461 in Books
• Published on: 2001-08-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 164 pages

From the Author
When the nurse at the hospital called to tell me that my mother has suffered a slight stroke, I was not too alarmed. However, they were wrong and the stroke was massive. I was thrust into a world of doctors, hospitals, nursing homes, and dealing with a mother with brain damage. Each day was a challenge. The one bit of info that I found and pass along to each person that I talk to is this. Did you know that your medical insurance (no matter how good or expensive) will only cover 100 days in a nursing home and then you are on your own? Nursing home care costs in a range between $5,000 - $9,000 per MONTH.

About the Author
Kathy lives in Connecticut with her husband Bob. She has two grown children and two grandchildren. Traveling is her favorite hobby and she has traveled extensively throughout the US. She hopes to get to England next.