7 Caregiver Landmines: And How You Can Avoid Them

by Peter W. Rosenberger

This guide identifies the ideas and actions that can harm both caregivers and their loved one—from the author of Hope for the Caregiver.   A caregiver’s journey often contains beliefs and behaviors that act like emotional landmines and can cause serious damage. Avoiding these landmines, while finding a path to safety, requires caregivers to hear from someone with experience they can trust. Author and radio host Peter Rosenberger draws upon three decades of caring for his wife through a medical nightmare to discuss seven caregiver landmines that wreak havoc in a caregiver’s life. Helping them navigate to a place of safety, 7 Caregiver Landmines equips fellow caregivers to live a healthier, calmer, and even more joyful life—because “healthy caregivers make better caregivers!”  Praise for Peter Rosenberger and Hope for the Caregiver “With tenacity, tenderness, and humor Peter Rosenberger brings hope to those who find themselves in the overwhelming and sometimes lonely role of caregiver.” —Amy Grant, Grammy Award–winning singer/songwriter, author and actress   “In a world hung up on trying to make sense out of hard times, Peter drives the point home that ‘we don’t have to understand—God understands, and that’s enough.’ This is THE book for caregivers, written by one with scars and immense credibility.” —Jeff Foxworthy, comedian, author, television host   “Peter Rosenberger was the keynote speaker at the NYS Caregiving & Respite Coalition™’s annual conference. Through humor, he gave practical advice to caregivers living the care partnering experience. More importantly, he brought hope to professionals and family caregivers who deal with the struggles of caregiving day in and out.” —Ann Marie Cook, President/CEO of Lifespan

52 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 7, 2018

About the author

Peter Rosenberger is the president of Standing with Hope, a non-profit prosthetic limb outreach founded by Peter and his wife, Gracie. He has an extensive media, speaking, and writing history where he covers such issues as chronic pain, caregiving, disability, and God's provision in suffering. Whether in writings, live appearances, or his weekly radio show, Peter combines a well-honed sense of humor with practical tips to those buckling under the strain of caring for a loved one. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee, where he has been the primary caregiver for Gracie, a double amputee, for nearly 30 year

Reviews

[Dana Remisovsky · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a wonderful book! It's an easy read and is so helpful for those who are caregivers or know of someone who is. The author is very qualified on this topic because he has been a caregiver himself for over three decades. I highly recommend this book.

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great little book. Filled with wisdom for those who care for others but often times forget to care for themselves.

[Daniel Sonntag · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful!

I'm relatively new to caretaking my dad, only 2 years, and I'm also a holistic practitioner, so I'm responsible for his natural healthcare as well.

This book really helped me know that I'm one among many caretakers. I'm not alone. There are things I can do to stay healthy, even if there is a list of reasons why I think I can't.

[Lilly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really great book for caregivers. It describes common emotional pitfalls we're certain to fall into on our caregiving journey and how to navigate out of them or avoid them in the first place. It's short so there's no excuses for busy caregivers not to read it. "Healthy caregivers make better caregivers."

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick and easy read. With over 30 years of caregiving experience Peter Rosenberger knows the pitfalls of caregiving. Two favorite quotes:
“Healthy caregivers make better caregivers.”
“ If we don’t take time for stillness… we’re going to have to make time for illness.”

[Lee · Rating 4 out of 5]

A concise resource for those walking through caregiving for a loved one

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Addressing the pitfalls and concerns of caring for a loved one over a long time, this brief read contains some important points delivered with empathy and some humor.