Stories in Ageing 2e presents an insightful collection of personal stories as told by a range of older people, carers, health professionals and family members. This unique resource offers nursing students and health professionals an extraordinary per ...view more
Stories in Ageing 2e presents an insightful collection of personal stories as told by a range of older people, carers, health professionals and family members. This unique resource offers nursing students and health professionals an extraordinary perspective on a range of topics related to ageing, including assisting and caring for the older person, the experience of ageing within a culturally diverse society, sexuality in the later years, maintaining independence at home and positive experiences of ageing.
Available as a print or eBook, this valuable resource builds empathy and understanding, and provides examples of innovative approaches to care with a focus on reflection, inquiry and action. The teaching and learning strategies assist in developing skills, attitudes and mindfulness around ageing, with a strong focus on a person-centred and lived approach.
A unique multilayered structure also promotes engagement with learners across diverse educational levels, ranging from certificate qualifications through to the undergraduate and postgraduate student.
Most importantly, Stories in Ageing provides a much-needed consumer voice for the older person, their families and their carers.
Stories in Ageing 2e presents an insightful collection of personal stories as told by a range of older people, carers, health professionals and family members. This unique resource offers nursing students and health professionals an extraordinary perspective on a range of topics related to ageing, including assisting and caring for the older person, the experience of ageing within a culturally diverse society, sexuality in the later years, maintaining independence at home and positive experiences of ageing.
Available as a print or eBook, this valuable resource builds empathy and understanding, and provides examples of innovative approaches to care with a focus on reflection, inquiry and action. The teaching and learning strategies assist in developing skills, attitudes and mindfulness around ageing, with a strong focus on a person-centred and lived approach.
A unique multilayered structure also promotes engagement with learners across diverse educational levels, ranging from certificate qualifications through to the undergraduate and postgraduate student.
Most importantly, Stories in Ageing provides a much-needed consumer voice for the older person, their families and their carers.
Key Features
Including 10 chapters, each presenting a variety of stories from consumers, carers and healthcare professionals around a range of topics related to ageing.
With 19 video stories embedded within eBook presenting personal accounts from a range of lived experiences.
Reflection, inquiry and action provide the framework for the teaching and learning strategies for each story, aimed at certificate, undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Weblinks, references and readings are included for further reading and research.
Transcripts of all interviews are included in the back of the book.
An eBook included in all print purchases
Author Information
By Margaret Webb, RN, RM, BNurs, GadDipFET, MEd(AWE), GadCert TESOL, Adv Dip Bus Man, Member, Royal College of Nursing Association, Head of School – Health Services, Health Sciences, Southbank institute of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland; Jan Skinner, RN, DipAppSc, BN, MN, GradCert (Mgt) Regional Operations Manager, Aged Care Services; Member, Australian College of Nursing; Foundation Member, The Lantern Project and Lisa Woodman, RN, BN, GradDip (Ger Nsg), MEd (Prof), MMgt (Aged Care) Member, Australian College of Nursing, STTI, ACHSE
About the authors Acknowledgement About this resource Chapter 1: Perspectives on Ageing The Panel Chapter 2: Positive Ageing The Red Hat Ladies’ story Ron and Larry’s story Chapter 3: The Indigenous Older Person Odette’s story Ali’s story Chapter 4: Ageing Within a Culturally Diverse Society Mercedes’ story Rafael’s story Chapter 5: Sexuality in the Later Years Dr Cindy’s story Chapter 6: The Sandwich Generation Theresa’s story Barbara’s story Chapter 7: Maintaining Independence in the Home Wendy’s story Roseanne’s story Barbara’s story Chapter 8: Ageing and Health Compromise Robert’s story Leonie’s story Judy’s story Chapter 9: Facing Mortality Maureen’s story Shirley’s story Chapter 10: Aged Care Facilities Maureen’s story Shirley’s story Further readings and references Transcripts
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<P>Available as a print or eBook, this valuable resource builds empathy and understanding, and provides examples of innovative approaches to care with a focus on reflection, inquiry and action. The teaching and learning strategies assist in developing skills, attitudes and mindfulness around ageing, with a strong focus on a person-centred and lived approach. </P>
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<P>A unique multilayered structure also promotes engagement with learners across diverse educational levels, ranging from certificate qualifications through to the undergraduate and postgraduate student.</P>
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<P>Most importantly, <I>Stories in Ageing</I> provides a much-needed consumer voice for the older person, their families and their carers.</P> <P><i>Stories in Ageing 2e</i> presents an insightful collection of personal stories as told by a range of older people, carers, health professionals and family members. This unique resource offers nursing students and health professionals an extraordinary perspective on a range of topics related to ageing, including assisting and caring for the older person, the experience of ageing within a culturally diverse society, sexuality in the later years, maintaining independence at home and positive experiences of ageing. </P>
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<P>Available as a print or eBook, this valuable resource builds empathy and understanding, and provides examples of innovative approaches to care with a focus on reflection, inquiry and action. The teaching and learning strategies assist in developing skills, attitudes and mindfulness around ageing, with a strong focus on a person-centred and lived approach. </P>
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<P>A unique multilayered structure also promotes engagement with learners across diverse educational levels, ranging from certificate qualifications through to the undergraduate and postgraduate student.</P>
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