Call Me If You Need Anything and Other Things Not to Say

by Cathy Peterson

Many people shy away from those who have terminal illnesses or have suffered other tragedies or losses, because they do not know what to do or to say. They want to be helpful, to show their concern, but they feel awkward and afraid their actions or words will be inappropriate. Call Me If You Need Anything...and Other Things Not to Say can help even the most unsure provide care and comfort to others during the challenging times of their lives. With insights from personal experience, Cathy Peterson turns good intentions into real help and encouragement for the patient and family. She provides sensible advice, not philosophical rhetoric, on everything from sending cards to bringing food, to spending time, to sharing condolences. Peterson even includes guidance on what not to do or say. Call Me If You Need Anything...and Other Things Not to Say is straightforward guidance on how to show that you really do care.

Genres: Grief, Counselling

96 pages, Paperback

First published April 30, 2005

Reviews

[jacky · Rating 3 out of 5]

A friend who had a loss in the last few years reommended this. I do always feel like I don't know what to say in these situations, so I decided to check it out (it helped that it is so short). I was surprised that so much of it had to do with long term illness versus loss. Overall, it was practical, though a bit obvious in places. The writing wasn't amazing, but it was clear.

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

We have just lost a dear, dear friend. There is so much to do . . . I bought this book for my shelf a long time ago, knowing that a day would inevitably come when I'd need it. Thankfully the book is short and practical.