| Description |
xv, 391 pages ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
Pt. 1. Introduction. Ch. 1. Senior Centers and Successful Aging -- Pt. 2. Demographic Backgrounds. Ch. 2. A Profile of Older Adults. Ch. 3. Wants, Needs, and Interests of Older Adults -- Pt. 3. Positive Aging Experiences. Ch. 4. Volunteerism. Ch. 5. Recreation. Ch. 6. Lifelong Learning. Ch. 7. Creativity -- Pt. 4. Activities. Ch. 8. The Arts and Aging. Ch. 9. Computers. Ch. 10. Health Promotion and Physical Fitness. Ch. 11. Horticulture. Ch. 12. Humanities. Ch. 13. Intergenerational Programs. Ch. 14. Travel -- Pt. 5. Meeting Special Needs. Ch. 15. Information and Referral Programs. Ch. 16. Grandparenting Issues. Ch. 17. Developmental Disabilities. Ch. 18. Sensory Impairments. Ch. 19. Mental Health. Ch. 20. Caregiving. Ch. 21. Spirituality and Aging -- Pt. 6. Conclusion. Ch. 22. Creating a Culture of Philanthropy. Ch. 23. Looking Ahead |
| Summary |
The book features real-life vignettes that bring the text to life, providing readers with the opportunity to see how older adults benefit from senior centers. The Appendix includes a useful list of resources as well. Professionals who work with older adults including social workers, recreation therapists, nurses, gerontologists, administrators, and students will find this book to be a valuable resource. The book features real-life vignettes that bring the text to life, providing readers with the opportunity to see how older adults benefit from senior centers. The Appendix includes a useful lis |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Adult day care centers -- United States.
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Older people -- United States -- Societies and clubs.
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Older people -- Services for -- United States.
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Older people -- Recreation -- United States.
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Senior centers -- United States.
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Recreation.
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Aged.
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Health Services for the Aged.
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Recreation.
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Aged.
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Health Services for the Aged.
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| Author |
Kraitchman, Marilyn Crouch.
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| LC no. |
2002066812 |
| ISBN |
082611704X |
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