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Results of intervention research: implications for practice
- Author:
- ROSE Debra J.
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 26(4), Winter 2002, pp.60-65.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
This American article looks at three intervention strategies which have been proven to be the most effective in reducing fall incidence rates and fall-related injuries among the older adult population. Presents an overview of the strategies: exercised-based interventions; environmental modifications; and mulitfactoral risk-factor assessment and abatement strategies, and highlights relevant research.
Using cognitive behavioral strategies to reduce fear of falling: a matter of balance
- Author:
- PETERSON Elizabeth Walker
- Journal article citation:
- Generations, 26(4), Winter 2002, pp.53-59.
- Publisher:
- American Society on Aging
Reports on an American five year ranondomised controlled trial to evaluate the efficacy of a group based programme designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity among older adults. The article reviews the principles of cognitive-behavioural theory and describes how those principles are put into practice through the programme.
Alcohol misuse among older people
- Author:
- ALCOHOL CONCERN
- Publisher:
- Alcohol Concern
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Place of publication:
- London
Summarises some of the main issues around alcohol misuse and older people. Discusses the extent of the problem and treatment and service approaches.
Alcohol misuse among older people
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Acquire Alcohol Concern's Quarterly Information and Research Bulletin, 34, Autumn 2002, pp.i-vi.
- Publisher:
- Alcohol Concern
Summarises some of the main issues around alcohol misuse and older people. Discusses the extent of the problem and treatment and service approaches.
Focusing nursing care on the older person
- Author:
- KYDD Angela
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 13.8.02, 2002, pp.34-36.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
Presents case studies which show how changes in the approach of nurses and staff in two clinical areas have resulted in more personalised care for older people. The first describes a four-year catering services review and the second explains how a psychosocial approach was used to end ward routines and introduce individualised care in a long-stay elderly care ward.
Randomised factorial trial of falls prevention among older people living in their own homes
- Authors:
- DAY Leslie, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Medical Journal, 20.07.02, 2002, pp.128-131.
- Publisher:
- British Medical Association
Three interventions, group based exercise, home hazard management and vision improvement were examined to prevent falls. The group based exercise was the most successful and the reduction in falls seems to be associated with improved balance. Falls were further reduced by the other two interventions.
National elder abuse questionnaire: summary of adult protective service investigator responses
- Authors:
- JOGERST Gerald, DALY Jeannette, INGRAM Jerry
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 13(4), 2002, pp.59-71.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The purpose of this paper is to characterize investigative structures and investigator characteristics for each APS office in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Through mailed questionnaires and follow-up telephone calls, 1,409 questionnaires were completed for a return rate of 80%. The mean age of respondents was 46.4 years and ninety-nine percent of the respondents worked full-time and has been in his or her current position for an average of nine years. Half of the respondents reported using abuse screen or risk factor instruments when investigating an alleged elder abuse report. Seventy-three percent reported that they investigate only adult and elder allegations. Sixty percent of the respondents reported that a formal training programme for elder abuse evaluations was in place for employees with an average length of two to four days. Sixty-nine percent of the investigators consider an elder to be “better off” most of the time following intervention, and that this improved status was a direct result of the resources provided. Nearly three-fourths of investigators reported that elder abuse was under reported in their area. Those on the front lines, the APS investigators, provide valuable insights regarding the systems in which they work. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Evaluating the impact of reminiscence on the quality of life of older people
- Author:
- ESRC GROWING OLDER PROGRAMME
- Publisher:
- University of Sheffield. Department of Sociological Studies
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- Sheffield
Reminiscence has been defined as 'the vocal or silent recall of events in a person's life, either alone, or with another person or group of people'. Anecdotal evidence suggests that reminiscence can improve the well-being of older people, but there have been very few substantial studies. In our study, 142 older people living in care settings participated in an evaluation of the impact of reminiscence on quality of life. We assessed our participants' quality of life before and after the intervention, and changes in their quality of life over the period of the intervention were compared with those found in a group of older people who were not involved in any reminiscence intervention (the control group). We also carried out interviews and focus groups with care staff, older people, and family carers of older people, to establish their views and feelings on reminiscence.
Teaching geriatric assessment: a hands-on educational experience
- Author:
- GLEASON-WYNN Patricia
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 39(1/2), 2002, pp.195-203.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This paper presents an experiential exercise that was used successfully to assist graduate social work students in integrating and applying knowledge about geriatric assessment. The experience was completed as a community service project for a local housing facility whose executive director used the data to support a grant for monies for an on-site social worker. This project provided students with a hands-on experience to interact with resident-volunteers, and apply the knowledge of geriatric assessment learned in the Direct Practice in Aging course. This exercise can be replicated in other communities between programmes of social work and senior housing facilities. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
A curriculum module enhances students' gerontological practice-related knowledge and attitudes
- Author:
- OLSON Carole J.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 39(1/2), 2002, pp.159-175.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The incorporation of greater gerontological content in social work curricula has been recognized as a pressing educational need for many years. Many social work students are not exposed to the specialized knowledge and skills needed to effectively serve older adults. A frequently reported barrier to curricular development in aging is the perception that the curriculum is too full to accommodate significant additions. This empirical study explored the potentialfor a limited curriculum module to enhance MSW and BSW student's gerontological practice-related knowledge, attitudes, and interest. Findings suggest that a brief, concentrated educational intervention is a promising avenue for increasing knowledge about assessment and intervention with older adults, and for enhancing positive attitudes toward them, especially among undergraduate students. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).