{"product_id":"next-of-kin-what-to-expect-when-youre-expecting-to-care-for-someone-you-love-paperback-softback-9781394337972","title":"Next of Kin; What to Expect When You're Expecting to Care for Someone You Love (Paperback \/ softback) 9781394337972","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eWhat to Expect When You're Expecting to Care for Someone You Love\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cp\u003e'An honest, compassionate and vital roadmap every family needs.'\u003ci\u003e — Dr Norman Swan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'An important, compassionate and practical guide that we are all likely to need at some stage given the inevitability of losing someone we love.' \u003ci\u003e— Dr Preeya Alexander, GP\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e doesn’t sugarcoat it. You’ll feel less alone—and walk away with straight-up, practical ways to make the most of the time you’ve got, and hold on tight to the memories when that time’s up. Nothing can replace that.' \u003ci\u003e— Ryan Bowles, Good Grief\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'An excellent guide to the unique challenges we face when we need to step up as Next of Kin. I wish I had this book before my father became ill and died. \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e offers crucial life skills wrapped up in a warm and touching story of Casey’s own life experience. A great read and so valuable.' \u003ci\u003e— Karen Carey, Consumer advocate\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Both tender and fearless, \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e is a lighthouse in the storm of care, loss and grief—steady, human, honest, and impossibly kind. The chaos, the heartbreak, the absurd moments; it holds your hand through it all.' \u003ci\u003e— Dr Gina Cleo, PhD, founding director, Habit Change Institute\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'This is a rare find. There is no rule book when it comes to caring for a loved one, but \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e is the guide that every carer should have. It’s a lifeline that offers not only knowledge, but comfort, humanity and a sense of community in a time where most feel very alone. A must-read.' \u003ci\u003e— Ellie Cole, AM\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'As someone who has seen firsthand the immense challenges and emotional weight that come with caregiving, I cannot overstate how important \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e is for those navigating the complex and often overwhelming health care systems. Casey’s deeply personal journey with her father’s illness speaks to a universal truth— carers are the unsung heroes of society. This book not only provides practical advice, but it also offers the compassion, understanding, and guidance that every carer needs to feel empowered, supported, and less alone. \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read for anyone juggling the responsibilities of caring for an aging parent while balancing their own life. Casey’s approach is both empathetic and insightful, giving readers the tools to advocate for themselves and their loved ones with dignity. This is the resource I wish I had when my own family faced difficult health challenges. I am proud to support Casey and her incredible work in sharing this vital resource with the world.' \u003ci\u003e— Barry Du Bois, TV legend\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'This book is a must read for anyone caring for a loved one, or anyone dealing with grief and loss. Which makes it a book for all of us. I felt reading this as if I were being enveloped in a big warm hug by a friend helping me navigate the inevitable pain that life brings. Absolutely dripping with empathy and understanding as well as practical and sound advice. A wonderful book about something very difficult. Thank you Casey for writing it, and for caring for your Dad with such grace and humility.' \u003ci\u003e— Dr Sonia Henry, GP\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Casey is a thoughtful and compassionate interviewer and these same values leap off of every page in this book. If only I had this much needed guide when I was losing my beautiful Mumma. In true Casey form she reminds us we can do hard things while also understanding the need to fall apart. I have no doubt this will help so many others through loss and life.' \u003ci\u003e— Samantha Jade, singing superstar\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'I needed this book 2 years ago, I need it now and I am certainly going to need it in the future. We all will. I have watched Casey navigate this topic as she cared for my dear friend and her father, Jack. She is brave and stoic at the same time as human and enormously generous. This book takes all that experience and emotion and delivers it to us in an approachable and companionly way. It’s a generous work and I am grateful to Casey for living it so well and sharing it with us.' \u003ci\u003e— Luc Longley AM, NBA Superstar\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e invites you into one of life’s hardest but most beautiful chapters. With equal parts humour and humanity, this book goes where so few dare to, even traversing the financial, emotional and spiritual costs of care. It’s like \u003ci\u003eThe Barefoot Investor\u003c\/i\u003e for carers, every house needs a copy.' \u003ci\u003e— Lisa Messenger, CEO, Collective Hub\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'We don’t talk about death enough. Or grief. This book gives us the language to tackle the stuff we’d prefer to avoid. Casey writes with guts, humour and honesty—and reminds us we’re not alone in the hard stuff.' \u003ci\u003e— Turia Pitt, runner, mum, coach, and occasional Hard Quiz answer\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Although we, as a society, have become a bit better about talking about ‘not being OK’, discussions about death and dying and all that comes with it are still few and far between. It’s not surprising we avoid difficult conversations, but thankfully Casey has now given us all a roadmap to navigate these distressing periods in life. \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e is powerful and practical, and I’ve no doubt it will be beneficial to many, many people.' \u003ci\u003e— Dr Tim Sharp, The Happiness Institute\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'This book will have you laughing, crying and deeply contemplating life’s most pivotal and challenging moments all at once. Through the perfect mix of lived experience and practical advice, this candid, informative and insightful work will hold your hand through the loneliest of roads. This is a book everyone needs to read, not just for themselves but for those they love.' \u003ci\u003e— Dr Michela Sorensen, GP\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Part permission slip, part prayer, part instruction manual. I’ll be pressing this into friends’ hands for years.' \u003ci\u003e— Sean Szeps, Digital Dad\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'In \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e, Casey Beros has created something rare and vital—a brutally honest, tender, and deeply human guide for what it means to walk alongside someone you love at the end of their life. With equal parts grit, grace, and humour, she offers not just practical wisdom, but emotional companionship—the kind you crave when the ground falls out from under you. This book is a light in the dark, a steady hand on your back, and a reminder that while the path of caregiving and grief may be messy and painful, we don’t have to walk it alone.' \u003ci\u003e— Dr Shoshana Ungerleider, medical doctor, founder of End Well\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eCasey Beros (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394337972, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 4 September 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e272 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.6 x 15.2 x 2.3 cm, 0.318 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA compassionate guide to navigating the complex, emotional and challenging world of care\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen someone you love becomes seriously ill, disabled, or starts to decline with age, knowing what to do can feel overwhelming. \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e is a heartfelt and practical guide to navigating the complicated world of care. Written by journalist and health communicator Casey Beros, this book offers clear, empathetic advice for tackling the medical, legal, physical and emotional challenges of caring for someone close to you. When it can be hard to see a clear way forward, Beros delivers what every carer needs: guidance, reassurance, and real-life tools. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe shares everything she learned on her journey as her father's carer, as well as insights from other patients and carers she met along the way and learnings from over two decades of interviewing medical professionals. Beros unpacks advice from world-leading experts in care, loss and grief, reflecting on the best way forward in one of the most challenging times any of us will ever face. \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e shines a bright light into a dark experience and gives readers a hand to hold along the way. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, you'll find: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTools to navigate the medical system and advocate on behalf of yourself or someone you care for\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTechniques for talking about uncomfortable topics, like illness, death and loss, with children and adults\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdvice to navigate loss, grief and the transformation of relationships affected by illness and death\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategies for much-needed self-care when you're devoted to caring for someone else\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKey legal considerations, including important details about wills, powers of attorney, guardianship and what it means to be the executor of an estate\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're currently caring for someone, or you are expecting to in the future, \u003ci\u003eNext of Kin\u003c\/i\u003e is the practical, compassionate resource you need. This essential guide will show you how to move forward with kindness and strength – for others and yourself – and will inspire you to step up to the plate when someone you love needs you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction: Ducks on Drugs xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I Medical Care 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Pull the rug 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 This is going to hurt 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 Getting better, getting worse 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 In the pocket 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II Physical Care 67\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 Go team 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Harriet Potter, the stone and the buoy 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Spoongate 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Deadlines 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III Legal and Financial Care 107\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Hats 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e10 Paper cuts 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e11 Dollars and sensitivity 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV Emotional Care 141\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e12 Homecoming 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e13 Low tide 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e14 Flowers 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e15 The After Party 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e16 Places 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpilogue: Air 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResources 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 239\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Self-help \u0026amp; personal development [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Self-help \u0026amp; personal development\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Self-help%20\u0026amp;%20personal%20development%20%5BVS%5D%22\"\u003eVS\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52470047342872,"sku":"9781394337972","price":13.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394337972.jpg?v=1785630038","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/next-of-kin-what-to-expect-when-youre-expecting-to-care-for-someone-you-love-paperback-softback-9781394337972","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}