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The aging population / by Haerens, Margaret.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 236-238) and index.This volume explores numerous impacts of the aging population, including the economic consequences of an aging population, the social and legal issues of an aging population, social security and the medical challenges that face an aging population.
Subjects: Aging.; Older people.;
© [2014], Greenhaven Press, A part of Gale, Cengage Learning,
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Running until you're 100 / by Galloway, Jeff,1945-;
Subjects: Running for older people.;
© 2008., Meyer & Meyer Sport,
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Something to live for : finding your way in the second half of life / by Leider, Richard.; Shapiro, David A.,1957-;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 151-154) and index.Prologue: A territory with no maps -- Savoring the world -- Hunting the invisible game -- How to die happy -- Saving the world -- Living a life to die for -- Why purpose is good medicine -- Finding your way -- Connecting with others -- Putting your whole self in -- Epilogue: Passing the axe.
Subjects: Older people;
© c2008., Berrett-Koehler Publishers,
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New aging : live smarter now to live better forever / by Hollwich, Matthias.; Krichels, Jennifer,author.;
"Aging is a gift that we receive with life--and in New Aging, the architect Matthias Hollwich outlines smart, simple ideas to help us experience it that way. New Aging invites us to take everything we associate with aging--the loss of freedom and vitality, the cold and sterile nursing homes, the boredom--and throw it out the window. As an architect, Matthias Hollwich is devoted to finding ways in which we can shape our living spaces and communities to make aging a graceful and fulfilling aspect of our lives. Now he has distilled his research into a collection of simple, visionary principles--brought to life with bright, colorful illustrations--that will inspire you to think creatively about how you can change your habits and environments to suit your evolving needs as you age. With advice ranging from practical design tips for making your home safer and more comfortable to thought-provoking ideas on how we work, relax, and interact with our neighbors, and even how we eat, New Aging will inspire you and your loved ones to live smarter today so you can live better tomorrow"--Love aging -- Be social -- Never retire -- Stay fit -- You are how you eat -- Access vs. mobility -- Our homes are our castles -- Add services and conveniences -- Pass it on.
Subjects: Older people.; Older people; Older people; Aging.;
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The wrinklies' guide to drawing : new pursuits for old hands / by Pomfret, Richard.; Liddiard, Peter.; Croton, Guy.;
Provides aspiring hobbyists with an introduction to drawing. Packed with information from the basic principles of drawing to creating your own still lifes and even cartoons, this guide features a chapter which offers coverage ranging from sketching old photographs to converting distant memories into self-drawn souvenirs.Yes, you can do it! -- Learning the basic skills -- Drawing landscapes -- Drawing animals -- Drawing people -- Drawing still life -- Drawing cartoons -- Drawing memory lane.
Subjects: Drawing; Art and older people.; Older people;
© 2012., Prion,
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Honest aging : an insider's guide to the second half of life / by Leipzig, Rosanne M.,1951-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.A geriatrician, Leipzig provides readers with inside information about the aging process. She details what to expect, what's normal, what's not-- and what options there are when adapting to getting older. By recognizing age-related changes in your body and mind, you will gain the knowledge to optimize aging and make the best decisions about your life. - adapted from back coverAging 101 - What really matters as you grow older -- Difficult decisions.
Subjects: Aging.; Older people.; Geriatrics.; Aging; Geriatrics;
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Golden independence : a caregiver's practical guide to health and safety for individuals during their golden years / by Gibeson, Paula E.;
Bibliographical references.
Subjects: Caregivers.; Older people; Older people; Older people;
© 2015., Infinity Publishing,
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Dignity in care for older people / by Nordenfelt, Lennart,1945-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.This book provides a thorough investigation of the concept of dignity and related concepts such as quality of life and autonomy. International in focus, this book provides a contemporary discussion of the care of older people.--[book cover]Health, autonomy, and quality of life : some basic concepts in the theory of health care and the care of older people / Lennart Nordenfelt -- The concept of dignity / Lennart Nordenfelt -- Being body : the dignity of human embodiment / Jennifer Bullington -- Dignity and dementia : an analysis of dignity of identity and dignity work in a small residential home / Magnus Öhlander -- Dignity and older spouses with dementia / Ingrid Hellström -- Caring for older people : why dignity matters : the European experience / Win Tadd and Michael Calnan -- A dignified death and identity-promoting care / Britt-Marie Ternestedt -- Dignity and the dead / Göran Lantz -- Dignity as an object of empirical study : experiences from two research programmes / Lennart Nordenfelt.
Subjects: Older people; Dignity.; Quality of life.; Geriatrics; Health Services for the Aged; Aged; Personal Autonomy.; Quality of Life.;
© 2009., Wiley-Blackwell,
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Body groove : by Tripoli, Misty,instructor.; Puckett, Rogerinstructor.; Puckett, Yvonneinstructor.;
Not rated.DVD, region 1.
Subjects: Exercise for older people.; Aerobic dancing.;
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Eldercare 101 : a practical guide to later life planning, care, and wellbeing / by Saavedra, Mary Jo.; McCarty, Susan Cain,author.; Giddings, Theresa,author.; Hansen, Lawrence,Rev.,author.; Hellickson, Benjamin B.,author.; Sjoberg, Joyce,author.; Yen, Sara K.,author.; Matinko-Wald, Ruth,editor.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 279-285) and index.The Silver Tsunami is upon us as elder care and crisis management reaches a tipping point with the graying of America. By 2020, 54 million people in the U.S. will be over the age of 65; by 2030, that number will top 80 million. Feeling the squeeze of multi-generational home demands, children of aging parents are struggling to learn innovative eldercare management strategies and often find themselves overwhelmed by the many facets of caregiving. Eldercare 101 is the answer to making order from chaos. As a guide covering all aspects of aging and end-of-life in one place, caregivers will no longer spend endless nights trying to decode the Internet trail--confused, uncertain, and fearful of what they're missing. Whether they are proactively planning ahead or need to have fast answers, this comprehensive, technology-rich resource presents steppingstones for the Sandwich Generation as they navigate caring for aging parents, grandparents, friends, and other family members. Eldercare 101 is a well-researched, organized, easy-to-understand guide for families desperately in need of help as they care for their aging loved ones. The book is organized into 6 pillars of aging wellbeing: legal, financial, living environment, social, medical, and spiritual. Each pillar is explored by an expert and offers best practices and tips for evaluating choices, making decisions, and living well wherever the road might lead. -- Publisher.
Subjects: Older people; Caregivers.; Older people; Older people; Older people;
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