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Hwalek, Melanie; Straub, Victoria; Kosniewski, Karen – Gerontologist, 2008
Purpose: This study examined issues related to using older workers in frontline jobs in long-term care from employers' and prospective employees' perspectives. Design and Methods: Telephone surveys were conducted with employers representing 615 nursing homes and 410 home health agencies, and 1,091 low-income participants aged 40+ in Operation ABLE…
Descriptors: Older Workers, Health Personnel, Health Services, Home Health Aides
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Hoffman, Stephanie B. – Gerontologist, 1983
Describes a peer counselor training program for five older adult volunteers. Presents suggestions for advertising, screening, program format, and development of practica, and examines the role and helpfulness of the peer counselors who provided in-home counseling services. (JAC)
Descriptors: Counseling Services, Counselor Role, Counselor Training, Gerontology
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Green, Brent – Gerontologist, 1978
A literature review explores why misuse of psychotherapeutic drugs is occurring among older noninstitutionalized adults. The roles of the physician, the patient, the pharmaceutical industry, and medical-geriatric journal advertising are discussed. The paper concludes with an exploration of innovative strategies for treatment and prevention.…
Descriptors: Drug Abuse, Geriatrics, Gerontology, Medical Services
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Anderson, Lynda A.; And Others – Gerontologist, 1995
Analysis of the enrollment procedure for a study of an intensive, community-based diabetes management program revealed that persons who declined initially were slightly older and lived further away from the study site. Recruitment strategies were compared, revealing that press releases and newspaper advertisements were the most effective. (JPS)
Descriptors: Advertising, Aging (Individuals), Community Cooperation, Community Programs