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Cultural Identity, 2002.
Discusses what a Mapping session revealed about the cultural identity of aged Canadians of Caribbean Origin.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 1 source, £ 50.95
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After a Mapping session in which several Canadians of Caribbean descent examined details of their attitudes and behaviours, the group realized that they had been acculturated to the Canadian mainstream culture. Using the example of how elderly family members are cared for, it is possible to see that the Caribbean identity survives even though the culture surrounding it has undergone obvious change.
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Medical Care for the Elderly, 2002.
An examination of material inequality and the health care system for the elderly in Canada.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 9 sources, £ 63.95
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A significant portion of those over 60 in Canada, predominantly those living alone, lives below the Statistics Canada low-income cut-off. This has a significant impact on their health and increases the demands that they place on the health care system. This discussion identifies the extent of poverty amongst the elderly, its implications for future government health care policy and the inadequacy of government responses to this point.
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The Rights of the Elderly in Post- War Bosnia, 2002.
A examination of how the war in Bosnia has effected its elderly population as an example of the devastating effects of war
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 6 sources, £ 63.95
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This paper investigates how the conflict in Bosnia has impacted the existing elderly population that has been affected by the war. This paper achieves this goal through investigating the impact of globalization, the demographics of the region, the competition for funds, and the anti- discriminatory policies that have been put into place to protect the rights of the elderly in this region.
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End of Life Care, 2002.
A discussion of the different care options available for a person with a terminal illness or the elderly.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 10 sources, £ 69.95
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Every person should have the right to die with dignity and as pain free as possible. Nurses confront end-of-life issues every day and understand the need for quality palliative care. The need for nurses to be leaders in palliative care is important for individuals, families, and communities.
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Psychological Aspects of Aging, 2003.
This paper examines how income levels can affect the elderly in America.
3,033 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 63.95
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A study into the psychological aspects of aging in America. The writer explores the relevant literature to determine what impact income has on the access to adequate healthcare for the elderly in America. The paper provides a discussion of the findings in these various studies. The writer selected this topic because the problems associated with aging will be exacerbated in the coming years, with the aging of the nation.
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"They say that money can?t buy happiness, but it is clear from the research that income levels certainly affect the quality of life for older people in America. Despite the enormous strides made over the last 100 years in developing an unprecedented social security framework, significant disparities remain in the quality of healthcare and living conditions for the vast majority of elderly Americans."
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"Sex over 50" by Joel D. Block, 2002.
The paper reviews a book dealing with sexual relations in later life and commends the author for dispelling common myths surrounding the subject matter.
1,266 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 1 source, APA, £ 30.95
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The paper notes the way the author encourages his readers to improve their sex lives while pointing out the various obstacles they may still encounter. It also mentions the necessary health issues that need to be explored along the way as well as stressing the importance of sex to a good relationship. The paper argues that despite the author's claims, certain myths contain more than a grain of truth.
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"Block therefore offers many suggestions for how people over fifty can improve their sex lives. He first tells them how to overcome these myths, but he then continues by showing how they can change their way of thinking so they are not bound by limitations in attitudes toward age. He writes about a number of sexual techniques that make this book as much a sex manual as it is a discussion of sexual attitudes. These chapters are meant to change altitudes, but they are also intended to offer assistance and advice to people the author clearly believes need assistance. He is convinced that older people not only have the wrong attitude toward sex but that they may have a lot of wrong information that they have been applying so that their sex lives have not been that good up to this time. It would thus not be surprising if their sex lives were not very exciting when they get older."
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Active and Healthy Aging, 2003.
The paper looks at the phenomenon of the elderly being healthier and living longer than preceding generations.
2,448 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 53.95
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The paper examines the biological, social and psychological aspects of successful aging. It also discusses what is involved in achieving productive aging. The paper looks at the impact on society of aging populations and shows how government programs and social policies must make the necessary changes.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Definitions
Different Aspects of Aging
Why Active Aging?
How to Achieve Active Aging?
Conclusion
Reference
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"According to the World Health Organization, ?Active aging is the process of optimizing opportunities for health, participation and security in order to enhance quality of life as people age. The word ?active? refers to ?continuing participation in social, economic, cultural, spiritual and civic affairs, not just the ability to be physically active or to participate in the labour force. Older people who retire from work and those who are ill or live with disabilities can remain active contributors to their families, peers, communities and nations? (World Health Organization, 2002)."
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Nursing Homes, 2002.
An examination of the current options available for elderly people requiring long-term health care and suggestions for improvements in the system.
2,751 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 58.95
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This research paper discusses what has been done in recent years and what can be done in the future to make long term care better for the elderly who are no longer able to care for themselves. It looks at the impact of cost, quality and access of Medicare, Medicaid and new technology in nursing homes. The paper defines what nursing homes are, and how they operate.
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"The number of elderly who are living longer is on the rise because of new methods of treatments, new medications and use of medical technology to improve their life span. On any given day, nursing homes, or as many are now called, ?long-term care facilities?, are caring for about one in twenty Americans over the age of 65. Almost half of all Americans turning 65 this year will be admitted into a nursing home at least once. It is projected that in 2020, 40 percent of Americans will die in nursing homes. As the numbers increase in utilization of nursing homes, there is increasing concern about cost, quality and access- concerns that need to get attention."
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Impact of Aging Baby Boomers on Future Health Care, 2002.
This paper explores existing literature, including peer-review journals and professional publications, regarding the impact of aging baby boomers on future health care.
9,885 words (approx. 39.5 pages), 46 sources, MLA, £ 143.95
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The paper seeks to achieve a comprehensive understanding of baby boomers, with their possible effects on the health care system. The writer claims that this understanding can assist with the planning of future directions for care of the baby boomers as well as the rest of the American population. The paper provides a summary of historical information and does not yield empirical findings.
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"State and federal funding currently account for 50% of health care costs. Some believe that Congress will provide health care for the entire population by 2004. Baby boomers want more than this essential care and search for alternatives that would provide optimal care (Binzberg & Minogiannis, 2000). The dissatisfactions and expectations of the baby boomers have been reflected by the changes in the healthcare system thus far. They are the largest buying population and are demanding more information and options. How this quality of health care will be provided, remains the current and future challenge."
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Aging in America, 2002.
This paper discusses that as the baby-boomer generation rapidly advances in age, Americans will have to rethink their attitudes towards aging.
1,365 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 32.95
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This paper explains that, in a rapidly aging society, the American bias towards youth will have to be replaced by an added level of respect for the elderly. This paper reviews the theory of Erik Erikson on his life journey through many stages. This author stresses issues of family, spirituality and economic well-being and urges that American families begin to include the aged within their household as is the practice in most of the world.
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"In other more inclusive cultures, it is well understood that life?s journey is circular in motion. Issues that have been dealt with in the past continually re-emerge, and the most important issue of all is that of relationships. Because human beings are above all social animals, the society one depends on is by far the most important aspect of aging. This concept is well understood in Asia and in South America, but apparently, it is not as paramount in the United States."
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Abuse by Caregivers, 2002.
A thorough study and research about the phenomenon of abuse of the elderly by family caregivers and the factors implicated in the development and perpetuation of such abuse.
8,745 words (approx. 35.0 pages), 29 sources, MLA, £ 131.95
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This research investigates the problem of elder abuse. The research focuses on the identification of the factors underlying the problem.
In the study, both the frequency and the severity of physical and emotional abuse are found to be related positively with the level of stress perceived by caregivers, the cognitive status of the elderly person, the physical status of the elderly person, and the substance abuse status of caregivers. Both the frequency and the severity of financial abuse are also found to be related positively with the level of financial stress characterizing the caregiver-elderly person relationship.
The findings of this study that caregiver stress and substance abuse by caregivers affect the frequency and severity of physical and emotional abuse, and that financial stress affects the frequency and severity of financial abuse are consistent with current theory. The findings that the frequency and severity of elder abuse are related to both the cognitive and physical status of the elderly person for whom care is provided, however, are consistent with some current theory but also are contrary to some current theory. The study concludes that further research is recommended to explore in greater depth the relationship between elder abuse and the physical and mental status of the elderly person for who care is provided in a family environment. Further research also is recommended with respect to developing improved schemes for providing financial assistance for such caring arrangements.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Research Questions
Purpose of the Study
Significance of the Study
Definitions of Terms
Overview of the Remainder of the Study
Review of the Literature
Cognitive Abilities and Development
Stress
Related Research
Conclusions Relative to the Study Problem
Method
Hypotheses
Variables and Operational Definitions
Population and Sample
Instrumentation
Data Analysis
Summary
Results
Results Testing Hypothesis 1
Results Testing Hypothesis 2
Results Testing Hypothesis 3
Results Testing Hypothesis 4
Results Testing Hypothesis 5
Results Testing Hypothesis 6
Results Testing Hypothesis 7
Results Testing Hypothesis 8
Results Testing Hypothesis 9
Results Testing Hypothesis 10
Discussion
Summary of the Results
Discussion and Implications for Current Theory
Recommendations for Further Research
Implications for Professional Practice
References
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"The increasing awareness that some elderly persons are physically abused and neglected by family members has been accompanied by a widespread assumption about elder abuse: that it is inflicted by well meaning individuals, often the adult children of victims, who are pushed over the edge by the stress of caring for a frail, dependent old person. According to Pillemer & Finkelhor (1989), the falsity of that assumption was revealed by findings that relatively well-functioning elderly people were found to usually be the victims of abuse, which is often inflicted by emotionally disturbed or violent family members. A typical abuser was found to be a person who depends on the victim for money, transportation, housing and household repairs. Elderly victims were no more disabled or dependent on their abusers than were comparison subjects on their relatives. Abusers, however, were much more likely than relatives in the comparison group to have been arrested, hospitalized for a psychiatric disorder, involved in violent behavior outside the family, or limited by a physical problem (Pillemer & Finkelhor, 1989). The generalizations of these findings have been challenged by more recent studies (Saad, Hartman, Kurian, Graham, Wilcock, & Ballard, 1995).
Some states have passed laws for mandatory reporting of elder abuse, which means that doctors and social workers must report suspected abuse (Arbetter, 1995). Communities are encouraging neighbors to keep an eye on seniors. Some communities are considering the establishment of shelters similar to those organized for battered women. Some communities also are expanding senior day care services and support services for caregivers (Arbetter, 1995)."
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The Baby Boom Generation, 2002.
An exploration of existing literature, including peer-review journals and professional publications, regarding the impact of aging baby boomers on future healthcare.
9,870 words (approx. 39.5 pages), 45 sources, MLA, £ 143.95
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This paper examines how the baby boom generation, born between 1946 and 1964, is reported to be the largest generation in U.S. history. It looks at how this group is very diversified and characterized by their disease prevention and wellness values and how, as the group becomes older there are concerns for the future of healthcare. It analyzes how as the boomers become aged 85 and older, there will be a dramatic change in the numbers of elderly and needs for long-term care services. It looks at how the baby boomers were followed by a group with an exceptionally low birth rate and how as a result healthcare for the pending group of elderly boomers will be supported by a smaller population.
Outline
The Problem
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Importance of the Study
Scope or Delimitations of the Study
Review of the Literature
Introduction
Overview
Future of Healthcare Funding
Access to Services
Quality of Care
Summary
Conclusion
Implication of the Study
Position of the Author
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"The year 2010 will bring the time when the first baby boomers begin to turn age 65; by then one in five Americans will be over 65 (Friedman, p. 36). In 1990, the oldest baby boomers were 44 years old, and concerns for old age were upon them. Butler (1990) reports that this generation will need to take matters into their own hands if they are to end the fragmented health care system that currently exists. New alternatives need to be sought that include a single-payer approach rather than various prices for identical procedures and services, clinical autonomy and opportunity, collaboration within health-care providers, and goals that meet the needs of all Americans (p. 13). New principles need to include the whole being with its connection to the environment, empowerment which enables internal and external healing resources to be utilized, and views of all involved (Meleis, 1992, p. 117)."
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Final Arrangements, 2002.
An in-depth study into whether the pre-planning and paying of a funeral for a loved one, makes the mourning and bereavement process easier on the survivors.
7,315 words (approx. 29.3 pages), 18 sources, MLA, £ 115.95
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This study identifies the differences in the perceptions and experiences of survivors who make final arrangements at the death of a friend or relative and those who oversee the execution of pre-paid and pre-planned final arrangements. Specifically, the study employs a quasi-experimental research design using a sample of 50 survivors identified via newspaper obituaries published 6 to 24 months prior to the study to test two research hypotheses. The first hypothesis states that survivors who oversee pre-paid and pre-planned final arrangements will pay less for funeral services than those who do not use this approach. The second hypothesis states that those who pre-pay or pre-plan will have less negative perceptions of funeral directors'/funeral homes' costs than those who did not pre-pay. A survey instrument is developed by the researcher employing a Likert-type scaled response; data is analyzed via descriptive and inferential (i.e., Pearson's r correlation) statistics.
Abstract
Review of Literature - Background of the Problem
Pre-Paying for Funerals
Theoretical Framework
Synthesis of the Literature
Method and Procedure -Purpose and Design of the Study
Sampling
Data Collection and Instrumentation
Procedures
Protection of Human Subjects
Data Analysis
Appendix 1-6
References
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"The cost of funeral and final expenses has never been greater for the average individual than it is today. The national average cost of final arrangements, according to the National Funeral Directors Association, is $5,543 (Taking the mystery..., 2000). Many people spend significantly more than this amount, often in excess of $8,000 - $10,000. In the past five years, the price of dying has risen about three times faster than the consumer price index (Ernst, 1998). The problem is such that the United States Senate has undertaken an investigation of fraud in the funeral industry under the aegis of the Senate Special Committee on Aging. Paying for funeral services places consumers in a vulnerable financial situation, a position made worse by the fact that grieving individuals often do not comparison shop for funeral home services, interment options, or other final arrangement services (Senate investigates fraud..., 2000). Grief-stricken mourners may be susceptible to subtle and not-so-subtle coercion and led to purchase final arrangement options beyond their ability to pay.
Singletary (2000) described her own experience in attempting to make final arrangements on behalf of her deceased brother. Noting that her primary emotion at the time was one of guilt and responsibility, coupled with loss, Singletary (2000) states that she did manage to "comparison shop" among several different funeral homes and cemeterians before making her final choice. Nevertheless, in her experience, the price range for a funeral ranged from $5,000 to $10,000 with caskets alone averaging about $2,000."
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Funeral Arrangements, 2002.
A study using a research design to identify differences in the perceptions and experiences of survivors who make final arrangements at the death of a friend or relative.
6,945 words (approx. 27.8 pages), 23 sources, MLA, £ 111.95
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The purpose of this study is to obtain insight into the attitudes of individuals who have had to make final arrangements for a deceased friend or relative and to compare their experiences and perceptions to those identified in the literature. The paper employs a quasi-experimental research design using a sample of 50 survivors identified via newspaper obituaries published 6 to 24 months prior to the study to test two research hypotheses. A full literature review of the subject is also included.
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"Many individuals attempt to avoid both the high costs of funerals and the emotional trauma of providing for final arrangements by participating in any one of a number of "pre-payment" or "pre-planning" programs offered by funeral directors and cemeterians. Pre-payment plans vary, but most include full payment for selected services and amenities (How to cut..., 1995). Payments can be made in installments, with the details of the final arrangements spelled out in contractual form. While pre-paying can eliminate some of the trauma associated with making final arrangements, there is growing evidence that pre-payment plans are not the ultimate safeguard against funeral home gouging that they were designed to be."
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