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“Caregiving 101” Press Endorsements
“Hey guys, congratulations on the book, this is truly impressive work. I can tell you from personal experience that this is very needed and extremely timely. I am very excited for both of you and wish you all the success in the world. The beauty of this, is that the more success you attain with this endeavor, the more people you will help. I feel honored and grateful that you included my poem.”
Ray Cevallos
“WOW! What a great read, I have just spent the last hour + reading through. WOW girl, I am very impressed. You even have FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act) info way to go! I printed out the chapter on “Skin” for our aides. They are currently doing a great job taking care of Father’s skin, but I know your info would be helpful as well as very interesting.”
“Your years of experience show Starr. Your book is nicely laid out to make the entire book readable without being overwhelming. It also is a reference tool; when there is an issue you can simply look it up. Well done!”
Donna Anderson
“Congratulations! I know you’ll be successful!”
Laverne Stanley
“Elva showed me the new baby (new book). It is awesome. The graphics and color is a knock–out!!!! Congratulations!”
Al Garza
“As a practicing psychiatrist who has counseled many caregivers and families providing help for those with dementia, I am impressed and heartened by her latest books, “Caregiving Tips A–Z” and “Caregiving Tips A–Z, Alzheimer’s & Other Dementias.” Impressed, because Starr Calo–oy has provided in these books, information on caring for those with dementia that would take the average caregiver reading many books and articles, and many months of research on their own to find. What’s more, it is authentic, appropriate and well researched information, given not only from the point of view of the available scientific data, but more importantly from the standpoint of a person with 18 years of “hands on” life experience. I am heartened that through all of her books, the information can be provided for the multitude of people that need it now, or will need it in the not too distant future. I applaud Starr, and hope that my experience with both new books will spur others to buy and read them.”
HARRY A. CROFT, M.D.
Diplomat, American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology, Distinguished Life Fellow, American Psychiatric Association
“I had the privilege of having Starr care for my mother during the last two weeks of her life on earth. My mother was surrounded by understanding, comfort, humor, and high quality physical care that allowed her life on earth to end in the most peaceful manner imaginable. Starr’s compassion and insight through this journey were invaluable to me and to my family. I’m very enthusiastic about her new book allowing many more caregivers to receive her down to earth approach and wisdom regarding issues of caring for the elderly.”
Pat Sankey
Daughter of Mildred Finley
“What a wonderful contribution to health care! Starr has taken a difficult subject and provided readers with a road map with which to navigate the intricacies of the progressive nature of dementia. A much needed resource for both families and professionals who wrestle with the issue of caregiver guilt, and steps on how to untangle the web of conflicting emotions. This is a must read for caregivers and family members.”
Russell A. Gainer, LCSW
Hospice Homecare
“If you are in the hospice field, this is a must add to your library. Starr takes you into her world and her experiences and you are the wiser for it.”
Judith Hanley LNSW
Christus Santa Rosa Hospice Social Services
“Starr has written a masterpiece! A guide that supports the everyday family member and at the same time, educates the medical field. Great job!”
Mitchell Finnie MD., FAAFP
“When I first met Starr I was completely over–whelmed by the realization that I could no longer deny that my mother needed more help than I could possibly provide. Each chapter of Starr’s book discusses every emotion that adult children face when the time comes to find alternate care for a parent or loved one. Although each of us has a different story, we all share the same emotions. The “Caring Caregivers Guide to Dealing with Guilt” contains all of Starr’s love and compassion for not only her patients, but also for the family members. Her experience coupled with her empathy will be a comfort to all families of dementia patients.”
Paula Pue
Daughter of Helen Reynolds
“Starr’s experience and research have become blessings for those who struggle with undeserved guilt for having to move an elderly loved one out of their own home and into a healthcare facility.”
Jacqueline Marcell
Author, Elder Rage, and Host of the Coping with Caregiving Radio Program
“Mark my words. We will be hearing much more from Starr Calo–oy and her Caring Caregivers Guides for years to come. Her books will make personal care homes the placement choice of many reluctant, hurting families. I cannot recommend this book highly enough. Remarkable!”
Charles E. Flowers
Pastor of Faith Outreach Center International, Founder of Christian Boot Camp, Love Demonstrated Ministries
“Starr has been an inspiration to me and will be for years to come. Starr has given comfort and joy to my mentor who is terminally ill and presently in her care. Although my parents have gone on, I wish that in my time of loss I could have known Starr, gleaned from her wisdom and received her support. I believe the “Caring Caregivers Guide to Dealing with Guilt,” filled with a lifetime of her compassionate hands–on experience, is what all families need to heal their guilt ridden hearts and souls. I congratulate her on this remarkable book!”
Sissy Nothnagel
Ticket Chairman of Christian Business & Professional Women Counsel Committee, Member of S.A.L.E. Cowboy Church
“I highly recommend Starr’s work in this writing just as I have always referred her to care for the loved ones of our hospice families. The same love and compassion that she gives to her patients is contained between the covers of this fine writing and you will greatly benefit from her experience. The true “hospice ethic,” compassion and love, fills her heart as well as her home. Caring Caregivers educates the family member and medical professional alike. Truly inspiring!”
Deacon Roy Amo, MA
Coordinator of Pastoral Care and Bereavement Services Christus Santa Rosa Hospice
“If you are in need of a resource to help guide you with home hospice care for your loved one, look no further. Starr details many important topics for providing compassionate and competent bedside care, managing the ‘good death,’ and dealing with loss. Congratulations Starr, your experience shines throughout and it will help those in need!”
Dr. Dennis S. Pacl
Extra Care Palliative Consultants
“Starr has written a remarkable account of her practical hands–on experience coupled with great love and compassion and this proves to be a winning combination. She takes the experience a step further by showing the reader how to easily do the same.”
Bernadine Dailey
Odyssey Healthcare – Hospice Administrator
“Starr & Bob cared for my wife for a year and a half before she passed away in their home. I have witnessed, first hand, their tender loving patience and highly knowledgeable methods in daily practice. I have especially appreciated that Starr has accurately related what to expect in my wife’s decline and how to handle it emotionally. She has poured the knowledge gained from her many years of intimate contact with terminally ill patients and their hurting families into this book and I highly recommend it to anyone needing to understand more about home hospice care.”
Dr. Charles A. Belfi, M.A., Ph.D.
“This guide should be a mandatory item in every Hospice Kit given to caregivers by the admitting hospice nurse. As a Hospice Chaplain, I have seen caregivers and entire families struggle, in ignorance, over the dying process and the care of their loved one. The gentle and practical suggestions offered to prepare for the death event as well what to expect in the days that follow will be truly appreciated. This guide will be a blessing to the patient, the caregiver and the entire hospice family!”