The Kindness Handbook: When You Want to Help, But Don't Know What to Do

"If there is anything I can do to help, please call me." So many of us leave it at that. But how do you extend meaningful help to people in need? Author Jeri-Lynn Johnson offers specific, practical suggestions for what you can do when someone you know is struggling to cope with trauma caused by: ** Abuse ** Addiction ** Death and Suicide ** Disability ** Diseases ** Moving (Relocating) ** Physical Pain ** Surgery ** Difficult Teenagers ** Unemployment Here are recommendations of what to say and what not to say. Specific acts of kindness that will help relieve stress, anxiety, hopelessness, or fear. This ready reference will help anyone who has a willing heart but who might wonder, "How can I be of assistance?"