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Love in Action: The Caregiver Survival Handbook

Love in Action: The Caregiver Survival Handbook - Hardcover

by Andressa Johanns
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Availability:In StockContributor:Andressa Johanns, Nicole OldenstamTheme:Generational Orientation/Elderly/Aged, Topical/FamilyPublish date:6/1/2026Pages:218
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Andressa JohannsISBN-13:9798234089045UPC:9798234089045Book Category:Family & Relationships, MedicalBook Subcategory:Parenting, Mental HealthBook Topic:GrandparentingSize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.56 inchesWeight:0.463Product ID:SC02RYJ7RF

LOVE IN ACTION

The Caregiver Survival Handbook

A compassionate companion for every caregiver navigating chronic illness, uncertainty, and hope.

Becoming a caregiver changes everything.

One diagnosis. One phone call. One moment that divides life into "before" and "after."

Suddenly, you are expected to be strong when you feel scared, informed when you feel overwhelmed, and resilient when your heart is breaking.

In Love in Action, caregiver, advocate, author, and global health professional Andressa Johanns shares the deeply personal journey that began when her daughter was diagnosed with sickle cell disease, a chronic blood disorder that transformed their lives forever. Through honest storytelling, practical guidance, faith-filled encouragement, and real-life lessons learned along the way, she offers caregivers the support she wishes she had when her own journey began.

More than a handbook, this book is a companion for those navigating the emotional, physical, and spiritual realities of caregiving.

Inside, you will discover how to:

  • Understand your caregiver identity and embrace your role with confidence
  • Partner effectively with healthcare professionals and advocate for your loved one
  • Recognize, prevent, and recover from caregiver burnout
  • Build routines and systems that reduce stress and create stability
  • Navigate school, work, and community support
  • Strengthen your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being
  • Build a circle of support and learn to accept help
  • Find hope, purpose, and healing in the midst of uncertainty

Filled with reflection exercises, caregiver templates, practical tools, prayers, and faith-based encouragement, Love in Action provides support for both the caregiver and the person behind the caregiver.

As a unique addition, Andressa also shares music that was written during her caregiving journey. These original songs - available on major streaming platforms under her artist name, Andressa Celina - were inspired by moments of faith, prayer, hope, and healing, offering readers an additional source of encouragement beyond the pages of the book.

Part memoir, part practical handbook, and part faith-filled companion, Love in Action meets caregivers exactly where they are - and reminds them they never have to walk the journey alone.

Whether you are caring for a child, spouse, parent, family member, or friend living with a chronic illness, disability, or complex medical condition, this book will equip you with the strength, clarity, and hope to continue showing up with love.

Because caregiving is more than a responsibility.

It is more than a role.

It is more than a title.

It is love in action.

Languages:EnglishPublisher:Andressa JohannsISBN-13:9798234089045UPC:9798234089045Book Category:Family & Relationships, MedicalBook Subcategory:Parenting, Mental HealthBook Topic:GrandparentingSize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.56 inchesWeight:0.463Product ID:SC02RYJ7RF
Johanns, Andressa: - Andressa Johanns, MSc, BSc, DASM, AIPM, is an author, caregiver, advocate, global health professional, and project manager whose life was forever changed when her daughter was diagnosed with sickle cell disease, a chronic blood disorder that requires lifelong care and advocacy.What began as a journey filled with fear, uncertainty, and countless questions became a calling rooted in education, resilience, faith, and hope. Through years of navigating hospital stays, medical decisions, caregiving challenges, and healthcare systems, Andressa discovered the importance of supporting not only patients, but also the caregivers who walk beside them every day.With more than a decade of international experience across healthcare, project management, marketing, education, and community engagement, Andressa has worked with organizations and communities throughout the United States, Europe, South America, and Africa. She is passionate about improving the quality of life of individuals living with chronic illnesses and empowering families through education, advocacy, and compassionate support.In addition to her professional work, Andressa is a self-published author, children's book creator, songwriter, and founder of initiatives supporting the sickle cell community. Her work focuses on transforming complex medical information into practical, accessible resources that help patients, caregivers, and families navigate their journeys with confidence.Through Love in Action, Andressa combines personal storytelling, practical caregiving strategies, faith-based encouragement, emotional resilience tools, and original music to support caregivers around the world.Above all, Andressa is most proud of being the mother of her daughter, whose strength, courage, and joy continue to inspire her work every day.She lives by a simple belief: Caregiving is one of the purest expressions of love in action
Publisher: Andressa Johanns

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Andressa Johanns, Nicole Oldenstam

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Andressa Johanns

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