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Living will: an Eastern and a Western perspective
- Authors:
- HONG Chia Swee, HAVERS Julia
- Journal article citation:
- Elders the Journal of Care and Practice, 5(2), July 1996, pp.31-40.
This article defines the term 'Living Wills'. It outlines the historical context leading to the development of living wills and the legal position regarding their use in Singapore and Britain. Finally the relevance of living wills is briefly discussed with reference to occupational therapy practice.
The impact of European union law on pensions in the UK: findings
- Author:
- JOSEPH ROWNTREE FOUNDATION
- Publisher:
- Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 4p.
- Place of publication:
- York
European Union (EU) activity in relation to occupational and state pensions is increasing. Much is directed towards creating the single market and avoiding distortions in competition. The possibility that this market-oriented activity has an adverse effect on the ability of pensions to provide adequate income is seldom addressed in the UK. This new study by the authors brings together the diverse strands of EU pension-related activity and finds it has had both beneficial and adverse effects an occupational and state pensions in the UK.
Abusing the position
- Author:
- WHITE Caroline
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 1.2.96, 1996, pp.30-31.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Questions the absence of legal safeguards for elderly people in care and asks if legislators should tackle elder abuse as they have tried to cope with child abuse.
Elder abuse in the UK: a new jurisdiction?
- Author:
- BRAMMER Alison
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 8(2), 1996, pp.33-48.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Evaluates the range of existing legal responses that may be utilized in cases of elder abuse in the UK. Because no single piece of applicable protective legislation exists, three possible levels of intervention have been identified: preventive measures, private law initiatives, and state intervention. In answer to the criticism of existing law, the Law Commission has published proposals for legal reform drawing on the child protection model. Questions are raised regarding the suitability of the approach given the intrinsic social and legal differences between children and adults.
Reforming aged care in Australia: change and consequence
- Author:
- GIBSON Diane
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Policy, 25(2), April 1996, pp.157-179.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- Place of publication:
- Cambridge
For the last ten years, the Australian system of services for frail elderly people has been undergoing significant reforms. The Aged Care Reform Strategy in 1985 marks a time of considerable change, particularly with regard to the residential sector. This article is concerned with the policy responses which emerged under the Strategy, and their impact on aged care service delivery in Australia.
The National Assistance (Sums for Personal Requirements) Regulations 1996
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Parliament
- Publisher:
- HMSO
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 2p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Protection of the elderly under the constitution
- Author:
- DU PLESSIS L.M.
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work Maatskaplike Werk, 32(1), 1996, pp.45-52.
Focuses on the plight of the exploited and thereby oppressed elderly, exploring new opportunities to address their dilemma. These opportunities have presented themselves with the birth of a new (albeit transitional) constitution. Argues that their proper exploration will require planning and well-strategised efforts from those who take the plight of the maltreated elderly to heart.
Handling other people's money
- Author:
- MEANS Robin
- Journal article citation:
- Care Plan, 2(4), June 1996, pp.25-28.
- Publisher:
- Positive Publications/ Anglia Polytechnic University, Faculty of Health and Social Work
Charging elderly people for community care services is bringing increasing complexities and anxieties for care managers. This article describes the findings of a recent survey and gives a guide to the legal and administrative framework of handling other people's money.
Supported housing for the mentally ill elderly: implementation and consumer choice
- Author:
- SOHNG Sung Sil Lee
- Journal article citation:
- Community Mental Health Journal, 32(2), April 1996, pp.135-148.
- Publisher:
- Springer
In the United States the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 was aimed at resolving the problem of thousands of mentally ill nursing home residents who either did not require this level of care or whose mental health needs were not being met in a nursing home. Given the context of the OBRA mandates and the growing older population the development of innovative alternatives to nursing homes is critical. This article examines the experience of one urban county in Washington state providing supported housing for the OBRA - affected mentally ill elderly.
The community care needs of older people with learning disabilities
- Author:
- MORRIS Stella
- Journal article citation:
- Integrate News, 58, March 1996, pp.15-17.
Examines the historical and present day policies relating to care of people with learning disabilities in Scotland. Focuses on the community care needs of older people who have a learning disability.