Global report on ageism
Developing a program to increase geropsychology competencies of Veterans Health Administration (VHA) psychologists
Promoting age-friendliness: One college's "town and gown" approach to fostering community-based and campus-wide initiatives for inclusiveness
Rhode Island College has spearheaded state-wide age-friendly initiatives while simultaneously fostering three principles of Age-Friendly Universities on its campus. This article published in Gerontology & Geriatrics Education describes the initiatives implemented at Rhode Island College and the challenges encountered. Solutions to the challenges are suggested. The full article can be accessed with an OpenAthens account through your institution or with a Taylor & Francis Online account.
Commissioned Paper for The Future of Nursing: Social Determinants of Health- Nursing, Health Professions and Interprofessional Education at a Crossroads
The National Center was honored to be commissioned to submit a paper on "Social Determinants of Health: Nursing, Health Professions and Interprofessional Education at a Crossroads" to the National Academy of Medicine to accompany its recent report "The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity (2021)". Findings and recommendations from the commissioned paper can be found throughout the report.
The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity (2021)
Contributors
National Academy of Medicine; National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine; Committee on the Future of Nursing 2020–2030; Mary Wakefield, David R. Williams, Suzanne Le Menestrel, and Jennifer L. Flaubert, Editors
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Obesity in Older Adults: Succeeding in a Complex Clinical Situation
Obesity in older adults provokes serious problems. In this report from The Gerontological Society of America (GSA), the evaluation, consequences, and clinical management of obesity and overweight are reviewed with focus on the unique challenges of this condition in older adults with other chronic diseases, mobility defects, and other compromises in activities of daily living.
Medical Use of Cannabidiol (CBD) in Older Adults: A Focused Discussion on Safety
To create clarity around use and safety of cannibidiol (CBD) for medical purposes in older adults, The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) convened a panel of experts in various relevant disciplines (pharmacy, clinical medicine and research, law and policy) and stakeholders in both the patient and professional arenas. This white paper summarizes presentations on pertinent topics and ideas for consideration developed by stakeholders.
The Impact of the Older Adult Mental Health Workforce Shortage on the Public Mental Health System
This paper created by the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors discusses the impact of the older adult mental health workforce shortage on the public mental health system. The purpose of this paper is to summarize the current landscape and to offer recommendations on how the public mental health system can respond to the behavioral health needs of older adults while addressing the workforce shortage to the extent possible.
TAC Assessment Working Paper: Improving Community Options for Older Adults
This paper created by the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors discusses a variety of ways to improve community care facilities and options for older adults. It describes the relationship between two federal programs: the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) program and the Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs).
Promoting Emotional Health and Preventing Suicide: A Toolkit for Senior Living Communities
This toolkit created by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) equips senior living staff with resources to promote mental health, suicide prevention, and encourages active participation among residents. It includes guidelines for integrating suicide prevention into ongoing programs, hands-on tools, and training manuals.