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Perceived challenges to the sustainability of community-based aging initiatives: findings from a National study of villages
- Authors:
- LEHNING Amanda, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 58(7-8), 2015, pp.684-702.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Concerns have been raised regarding the sustainability of villages, an expanding set of organizations that typically use a participant-directed approach to improve older adults’ quality of life and ability to age in place. Using online survey and telephone-interview data from a 2013 follow-up study of villages across the United States, this study examined organisational leaders' perceptions of the major challenges to sustainability. Major challenges identified included: (a) funding, (b) membership recruitment, (c) leadership development, (d) meeting members’ service needs, and (e) limitations of the village model itself. Findings point to a number of important considerations for the development, implementation, and sustainability of the village model, including the role of social workers in addressing these challenges. (Edited publisher abstract)
Normal aging or depression? A qualitative study on the differences between subsyndromal depression and depression in very old people
- Authors:
- LUDVIGSSON Mikael, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Gerontologist, 55(5), 2015, pp.760-769.
- Publisher:
- Oxford University Press
Purpose of the Study: The aim of this study was to make a qualitative comparison of experiences of being in very old people with subsyndromal depression (SSD), in relation to the experiences of very old people with syndromal depression or nondepression. Through investigation and deeper understanding of the interface between depressive disease and normal aging, clinicians might give more accurate prevention or treatment to those very old persons who need such help. Design and Methods: Semistructured qualitative interviews were conducted for 27 individuals of 87–88 years of age, who were categorized in the 3 strata of nondepressive, SSD, and syndromal depression. Transcripts were analysed using qualitative content analysis within each stratum and later with a comparison between the strata. Results: The content analysis resulted in 4 themes in people with SSD, as defined by a self-report depression screening instrument, giving a comprehensive picture of SSD in very old people, and also showed qualitative differences between the SSD, syndromal depression, and nondepressive groups. A main finding was that SSD differs qualitatively from syndromal depression but not clearly from nondepression. Implications: The results might indicate that SSD in very old people is not related to pathology but to normal aging, even though the condition correlates with negative health parameters. Overlooking certain psychosocial aspects of living in the very old may pose a risk of both underdiagnosis and overdiagnosis in the spectrum of depressive disorders. (Edited publisher abstract)
Toward the development of a more integrated aged care assessment process for rural older Australians: practitioners' perspectives
- Authors:
- WARBUNTON Jeni, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 58(5), 2015, pp.503-520.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
There is an identified need for more effective assessment processes in rural Australia, with prior research revealing little knowledge sharing and even duplication across existing services. This article aims to explore the challenges to more closely integrated assessment processes, drawing on interview data with practitioners from three agencies located in the same rural region. Findings highlight the challenges of rural assessment, both demand-driven (more older people with complex needs, geographic isolation) and supply issues (time and distance, funding formulae, workforce shortages). The need for closer collaboration is recognised but significant systemic issues require addressing if it is to be achieved. (Publisher abstract)
Ageing, insight and wisdom: meaning and practice across the lifecourse
- Author:
- EDMONDSON Ricca
- Publisher:
- Policy Press
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 224
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
This book focuses on older people as makers of meaning and insight, highlighting the evolving values, priorities and ways of communicating that make later life fascinating. It explores what creating ‘meaning’ in later life really implies, for older people themselves, for how to conceptualise older people and for relationships between generations. The book offers a language for discussing major types of lifecourse meaning, not least those concerning ethical and temporal aspects of the ways people interpret their lifecourses, the ways older people form part of social and symbolic landscapes, and the types of wisdom they can offer. It will appeal to students of gerontology, sociological methodology, humanistic sociology, philosophy, psychology, and health promotion and medicine. (Edited publisher abstract)
The relationship between depression and frailty syndrome: a systematic review
- Authors:
- BUIGUES Cristina, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Aging and Mental Health, 19(9), 2015, pp.762-772.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Objectives: Frailty is a geriatric syndrome characterised by the clinical presentation of identifiable physical alterations such as loss of muscle mass and strength, energy and exercise tolerance, and decreased physiological reserve. Frailty and depressive symptoms are common issues facing older adults and may be associated. It is not clear if the depression facilitates the appearance of frailty syndrome or vice versa or these two coexist independently in the same individuals. Method: Searches were conducted in several databases (Embase, PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, and PsycINFO) for papers published between November 2003 to February 2014 about frailty syndrome and depression in people aged 65 and older. The reference lists of from the articles retrieved were also pearled in order to identify any which may have been missed in the initial search. Two independent reviewers extracted descriptive information on the prevalence and co-occurrence of frailty and depression in older individuals and of frailty criteria among depressed patients. Results: Depression and frailty occur in a significant proportion of frail older individuals. Common pathophysiological alterations and biomarkers in the two syndromes have been recently described. Conclusion: Studies on the causal relationship between the two syndromes are clearly necessary in the future. (Edited publisher abstract)
Key issues for the 2015 Parliament
- Editor:
- THOMPSON Gavin
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Parliament. House of Commons Library
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 228
- Place of publication:
- London
A topical guide to the issues of interest to the new Parliament, compiled by the House of Commons Library research service and comprising briefings on topical issues and in-depth analysis of a range of subjects. Topics covered include: politics and Parliament; decentralisation; social change, focusing on mental health stigma, the ageing population and the right to die; social protection; (Edited publisher abstract)
Harnessing the power of cohort studies for dementia research
- Authors:
- BREEZE Elizabeth, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Public Mental Health, 14(1), 2015, pp.8-17.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to scope potential and gaps in European cohort studies with focus on brain ageing and neurodegeneration. Design/methodology/approach: Combined and augmented two scoping exercises conducted for European Union Joint Programme on Neurodegenerative Diseases (JPND) and the Alzheimer Society UK. Findings: In total, 106 cohorts initially identified with a further in current and future older populations. Social implications: Better understanding of brain ageing and the dementia syndrome will improve investment decisions for primary, secondary and tertiary prevention. Originality/value: Building on the work of JPND and the Alzheimer Society is the first study of the scope and limitations of current cohorts in Europe. It is designed to help researchers and policy (Publisher abstract)
Perceived challenges to the sustainability of community-based aging initiatives: findings from a National Study of Villages
- Authors:
- LEHNING Amanda, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 58(7-8), 2015, pp.684-702.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Concerns have been raised regarding the sustainability of Villages, a rapidly-expanding set of organisations that typically use a participant-directed approach to improve older adults’ quality of life and ability to age in place. Using online survey and telephone-interview data from a 2013 follow-up study of Villages across the United States, this study examined organisational leaders’ perceptions of the major challenges to sustainability. Major challenges identified included: (a) funding, (b) membership recruitment, (c) leadership development, (d) meeting members’ service needs, and (e) limitations of the Village model itself. Findings point to a number of important considerations for the development, implementation, and sustainability of the Village model, including the role of social workers in addressing these challenges. (Edited publisher abstract)
Perspectives on life, wellbeing, and ageing by older women with intellectual disability
- Authors:
- STRNADOVA Iva, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, 40(3), 2015, pp.275-285.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
Background: The lifespan of women with intellectual disability (ID) has been steadily increasing, bringing new and unique challenges to these individuals and those who support them. Understanding these issues will help to improve support services for this population. Methods: Using inclusive research methods, 15 older women with ID were interviewed about their wellbeing and their views on growing older. Results: Interview data were analysed using the grounded theory approach. The core phenomenon identified through data analysis was “changes in life.” Conclusion: The women reported a growing loss of independence as well as changes in their health and activities. Analyses revealed factors important for wellbeing as well as different coping strategies used by the women to deal with the age-related changes in their lives. (Publisher abstract)
Evaluating the impact of the New Dynamics of Ageing research programme
- Author:
- NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM FOR INCLUSION
- Publisher:
- National Development Team for Inclusion
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 114
- Place of publication:
- Bath
This report presents the findings and conclusions from an impact evaluation of the New Dynamics of Ageing (NDA) research programme carried out by the National Development Team for Inclusion (NDTI) between October 2013 and December 2014. The NDA programme was the first, cross-Council, multi-disciplinary research programme on ageing to be commissioned, with the aim of exploring how the understanding and experience of ageing is changing, developing innovative, multidisciplinary research groups and methods, and providing a sound evidence base for policy and practice to ensure research contributes to wellbeing and quality of life. The report draws together four main conclusions based on the key lessons and messages identified from the impact evaluation of the NDA programme: the added value (Edited publisher abstract)