One of our topics during last Saturday's (October 19, 2024) Middle Tennessee Church Library Ministry Network gathering was sharing titles on hospice and end of life needs. Have you discovered books to have for families dealing with hospice care? Please share titles and authors. We had a very short list.
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In the past I was a hospice social worker so this topic is close to my heart, and I could go on for pages. Here are some picture books about hospice care:
The Bird Feeder (2022) by Andrew Larsen, ages 3-7
When Hope Changes: A story for children whose loved one is dying or has a terminal illness (2023), by Abigail Gellene-Beaudoin, ages 2-12
Everything Changes, But Love Endures: Explaining hospice to children (998), by Karen Carney, ages 4-8 (Barklay and Eve series)
I'm On Hospice: A childlren's book for processing and coping with a terminal illness (2023) by Sydney Crane, ages 5-12
Moving In Forever (2020) by Rebecca Wu, ages 7+
Scarlet Says Boodbye: An activity book for kids when someone eters hospice care, by Christine Thompson, ages 8+
Picture books about Death/Dying:
Waldo, Tell Me About Dying (1993) by HansWilhelm, ages 4-8 (Christian)
I Have a Question About Death: Clear answwers for all kids, including children with autism spectrum disorer or other special needs, (2017), ages 5-11
Hospice books for adults:
The Journey of One: Hospice, healing and teaching by storytelling (2019) by A. Cromwell (Christian)
Wellness and Harmony: A thrity-day journey for hospice caregivers (2019) by John Love (Christian)
Glimpses of Heaven (2008) and More Glimpses of Heaven (2010) by Trudy Harris (Christian)
Stories and Insights: 22 years as a hospice chaplain (2020) by Frank Alan Dole (Christian)
Nothing to Fear (2024) and The In-Between (2023) by Julie McFadden
Hospice: The end can be as beautiful as the beginning (2023) by Rebecca Malcolm Schubert (Christian)
I'm sorry, I have not read any of these, but these books are from a Christion point of view for end of life care. I sincerely hope these would be helpful.
Here’s a short list of books on end-of-life Christian care, hospice, and grief:
"Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End" by Atul Gawande
This book explores the challenges of aging and dying, emphasizing the importance of quality of life in end-of-life care.
"Final Gifts: Understanding the Special Awareness, Needs, and Communications of the Dying" by Maggie Callanan and Patricia Kelley
A compassionate guide that offers insights into the dying process and how to communicate with those nearing the end of life.
"Grieving: Your Path Back to Peace" by Lynda Cheldelin Fell
This book offers a Christian perspective on navigating grief, providing comfort and guidance for those in mourning.
"The Art of Dying Well: A Practical Guide to a Good End of Life" by Katy Butler
A thoughtful guide that provides practical advice for making the most of the time remaining in life, with a focus on dignity and purpose.
"A Grace Disguised: How the Soul Grows Through Loss" by Jerry Sittser
A poignant reflection on loss and the transformative power of grief from a Christian perspective.
Between life and death : a gospel-centered guide to end-of-life medical care by Kathryn Butler.
Also, a fiction title: The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip by Sara Brunsvold about a woman who still wants God to use her despite the fact she is entering hospice care.
During our gathering Saturday we had the following recommendation:
What We Wish Were True: Reflections on Nurturing Life and Facing Death by Tallu Schuyler Quinn