Resources

	Interfaith CarePartners www.interfaithcarepartners.org This nonprofit organization works with partner congregations to assist their development of service programs that manifest each congregation's commitment to member care that serves both its own families and as an outreach program in the wider community.
	Setting My House in Order By Bernice M. Monter A record of current medical needs, heirlooms and their histories, and final wishes. Abingdon, 2004. ISBN 0687056675. $5.00 from Cokesbury, www.cokesbury.com, 800-672-1789.
	At Death's Door: Facing the Terminal Illness of a Loved One How do you make a loved one's final days as fulfilling and meaningful as possible? Whether the loved one is a child, an adult, or an elderly relative, this insightful video helps those facing the emotional rollercoaster of caring for the terminally ill. Whether serving as a caregiver or facing the sudden death of someone you love, or coming to terms with your own grief, At Death's Door provides the perspective, practical tips, and resources to make the best of difficult times. VHS. ISBN 155725222X. $29.95 from Cokesbury, www.cokesbury.com, 800-672-1789.

Giving Care. Taking Care.

Developed by the Delaware Ecumenical Council on Children and Families — a faith-based health advocacy, education, and services organization— Giving Care. Taking Care. is a free two-day workshop for caregivers of aging family members. It is designed for people who want to enhance their skills and abilities to provide care and who want to learn about resources and services that might make their tasks a little easier. Topics include:

• Home Safety
• Body Mechanics
• Nutrition
• Communicating
• Breaking Out of Isolation
• Personal Care
• Moving Patients
• What to Ask the Doctor
• Preventing Caregiver Burnout

If you live and minister in the state of Delaware, contact:
Delaware Ecumenical Council on Children and Families
240 North James St., Suite B1B
Wilmington, DE 19804
Phone: 302-225-1040
Fax: 302-225-1041
E-mail: deccf@aol.com

Even if you don't live and minister in Delaware, you may want to contact the Delaware Ecumenical Council to find out more.