Those in the nursing field understand that with the coming tsunami of 73 million baby-boomers over the age of 65 by 2030 the need for nurses who specialize in eldercare, especially in-home care situations, is going to increase exponentially in the coming years.  Most current curriculums cover all the procedural, medical and pharmacology needs of your students’ chosen profession.  I present to you something unique to add to your program.  “The Caregivers: An Extraordinary Journey of Love” chronicles the eight year journey my wife and I took while caring for three parents each with unique and demanding needs.

It provides students and professors with a family’s perspective offering numerous points for discussion.  Understanding the demands and social aspects of caring for a loved one are much different than what is offered in the average nursing curriculum.  This book emphasizes the human emotional side, which is paramount to understand before starting into a career in elder care.

“One of the foundational goals for the Keene State Nursing Program is to develop compassion and empathy for the patients our graduates will care for, both now during their clinical placements and into their future as RNs. Victor’s Book will help us achieve this,” Sharon Breidt MSN, RN, Director of Nursing at Keene State College

Whether your students work at a nosocomial, community or in-home setting this book will be extremely helpful in understanding the emotional roller coaster of a family caregiver.

I am also available for speaking to your classes and engaging in discussions on the subject.