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This unfolding case study centers on Patrick Lake, a 64-year-old client with an above the knee amputation. Throughout all three simulation scenarios, learners are expected to communicate appropriately with a patient who has a disability. Learners are...
This tip sheet for patient education provides tips for how older adults can safely travel. Each tip includes a description of how to carry out the safety travel outlines.
Source: Health in Aging Foundation, 2019.
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This tip sheet from AGS's Health in Aging Foundation discusses the four parts of Medicare and what each part entails. It also discusses how to get started with Medicare when initially applying. Finally, it includes advice if one were to choose...
This tip sheet from AGS's Health in Aging Foundation discusses the importance of good communication between an older adult patient and healthcare provider. It provides various tips for before, during, and after one's appointment to consider as they...
This tip sheet from AGS's Health in Aging Foundation provides 11 tips to be the best caregiver possible for your loved ones. Each tip includes a description or example of how to carry out the action. Available in a PDF for download.
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This tip sheet from AGS's Health in Aging Foundation discusses various tips for older adults in case of hot weather (greater than 80 degrees F). It also discusses how to spot and treat health problems caused by heat.
Source: AGS Health in...
This tip sheet from AGS's Health in Aging Foundation reviews various home safety tips for older adults. Each tip includes a description of how to maintain a safe environment for older adults while living at home.
Source: AGS Health in...
This tip sheet from AGS's Health in Aging Foundation discusses what one should know about advance directives including tips for preparing an advance directive. Each tip includes an explanation of the information provided.
Source: AGS...
This tip sheet from AGS's Health in Aging Foundation discusses various flu prevention and treatment tips for older adults. It reviews the common flu symptoms as well as what steps to follow if one gets the flu.
Source: AGS Health in Aging...
This tip sheet from AGS's Health in Aging Foundation helps older adults and family members find quality nursing home care as well as what to look for in a nursing home. It discusses the importance of getting to know the staff and knowing how to...
The Age-Friendly Care and Education Collection is part of
Minnesota Northstar GWEP,
supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program of
the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Award No. U1QHP33076, the University of Minnesota Office of Academic
Clinical Affairs, and the Otto Bremer Trust.