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The graying of HIV/AIDS: preparedness and needs of the aging network in a changing epidemic
- Authors:
- EMLET Charles A., GERKIN Amanda, OREL Nancy
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 52(8), November 2009, pp.803-814.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The number of older adults (aged 50 years and over) living with HIV/AIDS has increased consistently during the last decade, and between 2001 and 2007 the estimated number of older people living with HIV/AIDS in the US increased from 65,445 to 156,511. This study examined the extent to which 13 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in Washington State are prepared and have the required experience and skills to serve older adults with a diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, using a survey of staff at AAAs, and looked at the potential impact further implementation of Aging and Disability Resource Centers (designed to enhance access to community living, to deliver person centred information to individuals needing services, and to serve as an entry point for streamlined access to public or private resources) might have on service delivery. The majority of respondents agreed that serving HIV positive older adults was consistent with their mission but few indicated that they had substantial experience with this population. The authors make recommendations for improving service delivery, and conclude that the results of this pilot study support the feasibility of an expanded study.