A Celebration Of Caregiving: Portraits & Stories

A Celebration of Caregiving: Portraits & Stories features 41 inspiring vignettes about the relationships between caregivers and the people they assist, accompanied by striking B/W and color photographs which illustrate those relationships. Every day, millions of caregivers or personal care assistants provide essential services for people with disabilities and those who are elderly or chronically ill. Millions of individuals are able to maintain their independence outside of institutional settings due to the assistance of these unsung heroes. The intimate portraits in this book reflect the diverse experiences involved in the challenging role of caregiving and highlight the critical role caregivers play in our families, our communities and our health care system. A Celebration of Caregiving showcases the contributions of caregivers so that the value of the work they perform will be better understood and appreciated by all.