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The mental health and well being of black and minority ethnic elders: a foundational report on the research literature and a mapping of national resources
- Authors:
- LANE Pauline, HEARSUM Sue
- Publisher:
- Care Services Improvement Partnership. West Midlands
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 88p.
- Place of publication:
- Birmingham
This report is part of a one year national project that aims to promote the mental health and well being of black and minority (BME) ethnic elders and to improve access to mental health services. The project will result in a range of practical resources to improve the access and quality of mental health and care services for BME elders and their families/ carers. These resources will include: a foundational report on research in the field of BME elder's mental health and mapping some of the leading community groups for BME elders; and National Mapping of projects and resources for BME Elders. NB The organisation that produced this publication no longer exists.
Anti-discriminatory practice in mental health care for older people
- Editors:
- LANE Pauline, TRIBE Rachel
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 360
- Place of publication:
- London
Exploring the key issues around anti-discriminatory practice for professionals working in mental health services, this book looks at ways to improve the health and social care of older people from minority and excluded communities. The chapters explore the issues involved in working with individuals from a range of minority groups, such as LGBT people, people with learning disabilities, people from black and minority ethnic communities, homeless people and people with dementia. The chapters cover important theory and research into discrimination, ageing and identity. Contributions from experts in the fields of mental health and working with minority groups provide practical insights into developing anti-discriminatory practice. There is also practical advice on culturally appropriate support for carers, cultural competency in end of life care, working with interpreters, and celebrating diversity, accompanied by supporting practical resources. (Edited publisher abstract)
Working towards promoting positive mental health and well-being for older people from BME communities
- Authors:
- TRIBE Rachel, LANE Pauline, HEASUM Sue
- Journal article citation:
- Working with Older People, 13(1), March 2009, pp.35-40.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This article identifies some of the key issues to be considered when trying to promote positive mental health and well-being for older people from black and minority ethnic (BME) communities. While developing a cultural understanding is important, a number of structural or organisational issues that go beyond language or culture can also affect health and access to health care. The article also considers the role of voluntary sector organisations in developing culturally appropriate mental health promotion services for BME elders. Two case studies are presented: the 'Meri Yaadain' Dementia Project - raising awareness and promoting access to mental health services of South Asian elders in Bradford; and the Bangladeshi mental health Promotion Project in Tower Hamlets, London.