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by Andressa Johanns (Author), Nicole Oldenstam (Contribution by)
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.
