Bücher von Leisa Williams

When doctors predicted her son would never speak or progress beyond the capacity of a toddler, Leisa's life was thrown into turmoil. Suddenly, her own hopes and dreams were put on hold, sidelined by a constant stream of appointments, decisions, and unforeseen responsibilities.In Hope Wins, Leisa describes the emotional and physical toll of caring for a child with special needs and provides practical tools for those who find themselves in challenging situations. As Leisa shares her own personal journey along with insights gained over years of experience, you will be encouraged and empowered to:Recognize caregiver fatigueTake stock and evaluate what really mattersAdvocate for your special needs childAcknowledge the needs of other family membersHold onto your own sense of purpose and identity Work effectively with service providersIdentify the effects of grief and find healingReceive God's offer of hope in difficult circumstances A must-read for those who care 'a whole, awful lot' about special needs families.