Books, Links, and More

We've compiled resources in both French and English, to give you the broadest possible range of available information. To see resources in French, click in the top right corner of the page.

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Caregiver and caregiving
And Thou Shalt Honor: The Caregiver's Companion
More than 54 million American families are involved in the care of loved ones who are elderly or ill.   And millions more... read more...
Asian Family Caregiver Handbook
192 page soft-cover book includes both English and Chinese language within text. A project of the Asian Family Caregiver... read more...
Be the Noodle: Fifty Ways to be a Compassionate, Courageous, Crazy-Good Caregiver
Based on the author's experience of caring for her mother while she was ill and dying at home, this book is intended to help... read more...
A Caregiver's Guide: A Handbook About End-of-Life Care
Hard copies available in English, French, Chinese, Inuktitut and Innuin. Contact the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care office... read more...
Chicken Soup For The Caregiver's Soul
Inspirational stories offer you respite from your responsibilities and uplifting and comforting insights to fill you with... read more...
The Comfort of Home for Alzheimer's Disease: A Guide for Caregivers
Practical, comprehensive and easy to read guide regarding caring for someone at home with Alzheimer's Disease. Includes glossary,... read more...
Essentials in Palliative Care: A Resource for Caregivers
This manual is a great resource for all levels of palliative caregivers. Originally this manual was developed for LPNs, health... read more...
The Fearless Caregiver: How to Get the Best Care for your loved One...
The Fearless Caregiver: How to Get the Best Care for Your Loved One and Still Have a Life of Your Own. "This practical, sympathetic... read more...
Finding Your Voice: Our Journey with Cancer Through the Health System
Patients and their families are key members of the health care team. Based on her own experience throughout her husband's... read more...
From Surviving to Thriving: Transforming Your Caregiving Journey
Dr. Amy D’Aprix shares her personal and professional experience to inspire, guide, and move caregivers to expand their thinking... read more...