{"product_id":"9780826196613","title":"The Aging Networks, 8th Edition: A Guide to Programs and Services","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"The eighth edition of Aging Networks is particularly well-suited for use in the classroom, and can be used or adapted for a wide variety of disciplines including gerontology, social work, public health, public administration, nursing and other health professions... This small volume is not only an excellent learning tool, but also a ìmust-haveî handbook for aging professionals in many fields.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e--Noreen A. Shugrue\u003cbr\u003eResearch Associate, University of Connecticut Center on Aging\u003cbr\u003eFarmington, CT\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eEducational Gerontology\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs our population ages, the need for comprehensive, up-to-date knowledge about aging services in the United States becomes more and more crucial. This highly accessible and concise text about such resources provides students and practitioners of gerontologyóalong with all professionals whose work concerns the well-being of older adultsówith a current, detailed description and analysis of federal, state, local, and global programs and services for older people with or without cognitive, physical, and social needs. Thoroughly updated to encompass the new information available concerning later life, it reflects critical changes to legislation, health care, and current trends, and focuses on the strengths of older adults, their diversity, and the role our multilayered aging network plays in advocacy, community independence, and engagement. Commentary and critical thinking challenges from policymakers, program directors, and educators facilitate high-level thinking and independent analysis of the aging networks, past, present, and future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe eighth edition underscores recent policy changes and how these changes will impact the lives of older adults. \"Perspectives\" boxes throughout the text highlight complex themes addressed by experts, and \"Critical Thinking\" topics and questions encourage reflection and discussion. The new edition also describes initiatives that highlight best-practice approaches and model projects designed to facilitate positive change. Along with a vast amount of new and revised information reinforced with a variety of perspectives in historical and current contexts, the book features an international perspective highlighting the collaborative efforts driving many aspects of aging network programming. Additionally, the book focuses on the unique issues of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) population along with programs designed to address them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNEW TO THE EIGHTH EDITION:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert analyses and insights into complex themes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflects reorganization of the aging network under the Administration for Community Living, and policy changes affecting practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational perspectives such as the World Health Organization's Age-Friendly Cities Project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovative and model projects and programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanded focus on issues unique to the LGBT population\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe influence of social determinants on older adults and the aging networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaregiving issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisaster and emergency preparedness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffects of economic downturn on the aging population\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElder mistreatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges in employment and retirement patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting \"aging in place\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew and expanded educator's ancillary packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Springer Publishing Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47124563165424,"sku":"9780826196613","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780826196613_p0.jpg?v=1763748767","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780826196613","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}