Resources for Elders With Disabilities

Resource Type

Book

Description

Although most older people have at least one chronic medical condition, nearly one third of Americans age 65 or older are able to live alone. But 23 percent of the elderly population require help with bathing, dressing , or eating, and 27 percent need assistance with household chores. This book, a substantial expansion of the first edition published in 1990, offers a guide to the multitude of services, organizations, products, and publications available to elders with physical disabilities. It covers impairments common to older people--e.g., arthritis, low vision, hearing loss, stroke, and Parkinson's disease. Entries include an overview of the condition--incidence, effects, and treatment--with lists of service providers, books and tapes, organizations, and references to professional and consumer literature on the subject. The large-print format makes it especially useful for older readers. Highly recommended. <P> -Library Journal, 1993

Ages

All Ages

Age Groups

Adulthood (22+)

Languages

English

ISBN

0929718119

Publication

1993 Resources for Rehabilitation

Availability

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• Barnes and Noble Bookstore - Large Chain bookstore with online catalogues and locations in most major cities
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• The International Center for Disability Resources on the Internet (ICDRI) - Founded in 1998, The International Center for Disability Resources on the Internet (ICDRI) is a non-profit center based in the United States and designated as a 501 (c)(3) entity. Our overarching vision is the equalization of opportunities for persons with disabilities. As an internationally recognized public policy center organized by and for people with disabilities, ICDRI seeks to increase opportunities for people with disabilities by identifying barriers to participation in society and promoting best practices and universal design for the global community. ICDRI's mission includes the collection of a knowledge base of quality disability resources and best practices and to provide education, outreach and training based on these core resources. ICDRI makes this information available in an accessible format through our web site at http://www.icdri.org.
  http://www.icdri.org