Caring for Mother: A Daughter's Long Goodbye

In Caring for Mother, Virginia Stem Owens gives a clear and realistic account of caring for an elderly loved one. Along the way, Owens notes the spiritual challenges she encountered, not the least of which included fear of her own suffering and death. This book will be a helpful companion to those who have recently assumed the role of caregiver, helping them anticipate some of the emotional turbulence they will encounter along the way.

Author: Virginia Stem Owens
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Published: 06/04/2007
Pages: 176
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 8.51h x 5.72w x 0.48d
ISBN: 9780664231521
Award: Christianity Today Book Award - Winner

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 04/09/2007 pg. 48
Booklist 06/01/2007 pg. 7
Christian Retailing 06/11/2007 pg. 24
Christianity Today 09/01/2007 pg. 100
Books & Culture 09/01/2007 pg. 11
Publishers Weekly Best Books 11/05/2007 pg. 34

About the Author
Owens, Virginia Stem: - Virginia Stem Owens has written sixteen books and numerous articles and reviews. She is member of the editorial board of Books and Culture.