Holding Their Hand A Guide to Protecting Loved Ones in Nursing Homes
Empower yourself with the knowledge and confidence to help your loved one receive the respect, dignity, and care they deserve.
Holding Their Hand is a compassionate yet practical guide for families navigating the challenges of nursing home care.
Drawing on decades of firsthand experience in nursing home administration and state inspections, Steve Bowman explains how these facilities operate, what to watch for, and how to work effectively with staff and management.
This book gives you the insights you need to ensure your loved one’s care is safe, respectful, and free from unnecessary harm.
What You Will Learn Inside Holding Their Hand
How to choose a nursing home that provides quality care.
Steps to prevent theft, abuse, and neglect.
How to access medical records and knowing what to look for.
Strategies to ensure proper nutrition and hydration.
How to avoid pressure sores and falls.
What to do if the facility attempts discharging your loved one.
You’ll also learn how to navigate the many details of nursing home care—from medications and billing to daily routines and changes in condition—so you can feel confident and in control.
Why Families Trust Holding Their Hand
Nursing homes can be overwhelming environments — complex systems filled with well-meaning staff but often strained by limited resources and constant demands.
This book helps you see that system clearly, ask the right questions, and build cooperation instead of conflict.
With the right knowledge, you can make informed choices, prevent common pitfalls, and advocate effectively for your loved one’s well-being.
You don’t have to feel uncertain or alone.
Let Holding Their Hand guide you with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
Order your copy today and take the first step toward peace of mind.
Hard Copy Edition
$19.99 + shipping
Printed and shipped directly from the author—perfect for those who prefer a tangible guide they can annotate and revisit.
Digital Edition (PDF)
$14.99
Instant download after purchase—convenient, printable, and easy to reference whenever you need it.