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Seniors' Perceptions And Experiences Of Autonomy In A Health Care Setting, Dianne Rae Goldberg
Seniors' Perceptions And Experiences Of Autonomy In A Health Care Setting, Dianne Rae Goldberg
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to develop and implement a process by which nursing home seniors could identify and describe feelings of autonomy. This study assumed that seniors themselves are in the best position to describe their perceptions of autonomy and the factors that contributed to those perceptions.
Economic Insecurity And Depression Among Low Socioeconomic Status Adults, Laura Margaret Wills
Economic Insecurity And Depression Among Low Socioeconomic Status Adults, Laura Margaret Wills
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research is to discover the effects of economic insecurity and low socioeconomic status on depression in adults. Mixed correlations were discovered, but the findings appear to support the need for increased mental health services for people with low socioeconomic status.
Attitudes And Beliefs Toward Hoarding Among Adult Protective Services Workers, Jade Yuko Lambert
Attitudes And Beliefs Toward Hoarding Among Adult Protective Services Workers, Jade Yuko Lambert
Theses Digitization Project
This study examined the attitudes and beliefs toward hoarding among Adult Protective Services workers in San Bernardino County. APS workers do not identify behavior as OCD although further research is needed to find out the correlation between hoarding behavior and OCD.
Degree Of Privacy Afforded In Long-Term Care, Lynn Marie Givens, Jesse Ornelas
Degree Of Privacy Afforded In Long-Term Care, Lynn Marie Givens, Jesse Ornelas
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess the level of privacy among the elderly living in long-term nursing and communal facilities. The data was collected through a probability sampling at the Veterans Home of California in Barstow.
Attitudes And Views Of Older Gays And Lesbians, Neil Mikel Lomeli
Attitudes And Views Of Older Gays And Lesbians, Neil Mikel Lomeli
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to understand the views and attitudes of aging gay men and lesbian women 60 years old and greater toward receving services from social welfare agencies. The hope is to give social and welfare agencies in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties a better understanding and awareness in the needs of older gay men and lesbian women that could result in better programs for them.
Social Support And Homeless Individuals 50 To 65 Years Of Age, Joseph William Staudt
Social Support And Homeless Individuals 50 To 65 Years Of Age, Joseph William Staudt
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships homeless individuals have and their support systems. It analyzed what social supports an individual homeless person had in their life and how they utilized that support. This research was done due to lack of research being done on the elderly homeless population. The problem this study focuses on was homelessness among individuals between the ages of 50 and 65 years. Ten homeless people were interviewed at the Central City Lutheran Missions Cold Weather Shelter.
A Secondary Analysis Of The Rural Elderly Population In Twentynine Palms, Nicholas Rene Perez
A Secondary Analysis Of The Rural Elderly Population In Twentynine Palms, Nicholas Rene Perez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to identify needs of the elderly population 65 years and older, who reside in the Twentynine Palms area by conducting secondary analyses of data collected from a needs assessment survey administered by the San Bernardino County Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) from 2005. This study highlited the barriers that the residence of Twentynine Palms found to be most important. The barriers focused on in this paper will assist social workers in focusing on the urgent needs of these residents.
Depression Among The Elderly, Lynda Lee Omagari
Depression Among The Elderly, Lynda Lee Omagari
Theses Digitization Project
This study will examine depression among the elderly in an assisted living facility. The main problem in depression in the elderly is the lack of diagnosis and treatment. Left untreated it affects the elderly person's overall well-being and may eventually lead to their mortality.
An Exploratory Study Of Health Patterns Among Older Adults Attending Two Types Of Adult Day Programs, Kimberly Louise Robinson
An Exploratory Study Of Health Patterns Among Older Adults Attending Two Types Of Adult Day Programs, Kimberly Louise Robinson
Theses Digitization Project
The quality of life for an elderly person may greatly diminish if social support systems aren't intact. The purpose of this study was to examine patterns of relationships between social support, self-reported health status, functional level as measured by activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activites of daily living (IADL), demographic variables, and depression among the elderly by the type of older adult program subjects attended. These two programs are a senior recreation center and an adult day health care center (ADHC). Sixty non-demented members from an Adult Day Health Care Center and Norco Senior Recreation Center located in …
The Influence Of Pre-Retirement Planning On Adjustment To And Satisfaction With Retirement, Jyotsna Paintal
The Influence Of Pre-Retirement Planning On Adjustment To And Satisfaction With Retirement, Jyotsna Paintal
Theses Digitization Project
This study extends the findings of Elder and Rudolph by predicting that thinking about retirement and the attendance at planning meetings are positively related to both reitrement satisfaction and adjustment. As a result, this study examined the relationship between the predictor variables of formal and informal planning with the criterion variables of retirement satisfaction and retirement adjustment using archival data from the first wave (1992) of the nationally representative Health and Retirement Study (HRS). In addition, this study examined whether length of retirement moderates the relationship between formal and informal planning and retirement satisfaction and retirement adjustment.
Structured Decision Making In Adult Protective Services, Joseph Kenneth Lococo, Christy Anne Herff
Structured Decision Making In Adult Protective Services, Joseph Kenneth Lococo, Christy Anne Herff
Theses Digitization Project
The focus of this research project was to evaluate individual stakeholder perceptions of the implementation of Structured Decision Making (SDM) as a tool in risk assessment of elder abuse/neglect case referrals in Riverside County Adult Protective Services (APS). The researchers interviewed ten social workers from Riverside County APS, from line workers up to Deputy Director. Constructivist theory was used to develop a joint construct which indicated that the primary benefit of SDM was consistency. Consistency resulted in safety and proctection of the client, social worker and the agency.
Utilization Of Community-Based Services Among Families With Children With A Mental Disorder, Dymika Machelle Lane
Utilization Of Community-Based Services Among Families With Children With A Mental Disorder, Dymika Machelle Lane
Theses Digitization Project
Families of children with a mental disorder typically have many stressors due to their children's behavioral functioning. These families do not always choose to receive community-based services that are intended to decrease the stressors within the families and prevent the children from being placed out of the families' homes. This study investigated the relationship between clients' functioning during their initial assessment provided by the Victor Community Support Services (VCSS), compared to their functioning when they were discharged from VCSS based on the families utilization of community-based services.
Spirituality In The Daily Lives Of African American Women, Denise Estell Holmes
Spirituality In The Daily Lives Of African American Women, Denise Estell Holmes
Theses Digitization Project
This research study was exploratory in nature and used a qualitative approach to learn firsthand from the intimate, personal and subjective experiences of African American women about the importance of spirituality and religiosity in their everyday lives.
The Influence Of Work And Nonwork-Related Factors On Bridge Employment Decisions, Chanjira Pengcharoen
The Influence Of Work And Nonwork-Related Factors On Bridge Employment Decisions, Chanjira Pengcharoen
Theses Digitization Project
The influence of demographic factors, work schedule flexibility, job satisfaction, job involvement, job seeking self-efficacy, certainty of retirement plans, familial and marital satisfaction, and attitude toward retirement on older workers' decision to fully retire, continue career employment, or participate in bridge employment was examined in this study.
Job Satisfaction Of Child Welfare Workers In San Bernardino County Department Of Children's Services, Susana Ramirez, Mirella Ochoa
Job Satisfaction Of Child Welfare Workers In San Bernardino County Department Of Children's Services, Susana Ramirez, Mirella Ochoa
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of the research study was to assess the job satisfaction of child welfae workers specifically working for San Bernardino County Department of Children's Services.
Cognitive Coping And Depression In Elderly Long-Term Care Residents, Christine Viola Mccormick
Cognitive Coping And Depression In Elderly Long-Term Care Residents, Christine Viola Mccormick
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this research was to examine specific coping methods used by the elderly as they adjust to the environment of a long-term care facility, and to examine the correlations between these coping methods and levels of depressive symptomatology.
Communicating With Elderly Mental Health Clients About Medication Concordance, Eva Mary Miller
Communicating With Elderly Mental Health Clients About Medication Concordance, Eva Mary Miller
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of communication with elderly mental health clients regarding medication concordance.
Role Satisfaction: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, Noreen Orman Ayres
Role Satisfaction: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, Noreen Orman Ayres
Theses Digitization Project
Three psychosocial dynamics were assessed for their effect on role satisfaction among grandchildren: (1) the impact of expanding a household on a limited fixed income, (2) health issues of the grandparent as they apply to stamina, and (3) the interaction with their existing social structure to include grandchildren (adjustments, prioritizing, and social isolation). Sampling included a population of 33 custodial grandparents (age=55 and older; male and female; various ethnicities) and selected from a Grandparents Raising Grandchildren support group in Idyllwild, California. The instrument of this quantitative and qualitative study was an adaptation from the County of Riverside, Department of Mental …
Caregiver Burden In The Latino Family, Yvonne Arellanes-Amador
Caregiver Burden In The Latino Family, Yvonne Arellanes-Amador
Theses Digitization Project
The study focused on the attitudes and beliefs regarding perceived and actual burden experienced by Latino caregivers and their use of formal support services. It also looked at the needs of Latino caregivers and explored their beliefs about why they had taken on the caregiver role, the responsibilities the role entailed, and coping skills used by these caregivers. Participants were obtained from two Alzheimer's caregiver support groups in the East Los Angeles area, and an adult day health care center in the high desert area of San Bernardino county. The author used both qualitative interviews and quantitative questionnaires. The findings …
Narrative Discovery Of Spirituality And Its Correlation With Late Life Satisfaction, Cherie Lynn Barnstable, Samantha Georgeann Lillo
Narrative Discovery Of Spirituality And Its Correlation With Late Life Satisfaction, Cherie Lynn Barnstable, Samantha Georgeann Lillo
Theses Digitization Project
This study utilized both qualitative and quantitative research to explore the correlation of spirituality and late life satisfaction of assisted living residents. The narrative life review process revealed a wealth of information on the effect spirituality had upon various aspects of respondents' lives.
African American Caregiver Burden: Stress Factors And Utilization Of Services, Lorna Jean Levias
African American Caregiver Burden: Stress Factors And Utilization Of Services, Lorna Jean Levias
Theses Digitization Project
The project attempted to understand what factors create the highest levels of stress for African-American caregivers. Quantitative data was gathered from a self-administered questionnaire given to caregivers that attend Inland Caregiver Resource Center and take their loved ones to a Davita Dialysis center in the Riverside area. Participants were asked to complete the Caregiver Burden Scale (CBS) and additional questions regarding demographics and community services known and used by the caregiver. The findings indicated that the age of the patient receiving care and the lack of attendance at any type of support group were the two elements which markedly contributed …
Psychological Quality Of Life In The Nursing Home Environment, Gabriel Mejia
Psychological Quality Of Life In The Nursing Home Environment, Gabriel Mejia
Theses Digitization Project
This study confirms that depression is highly prevalent in nursing homes. In addition, this study reveals incongruency between depression rates and recognition rates of depression in the nursing home environment.
Exposing Financial Exploitation Of Elderly Persons, Milton Anthony Scott
Exposing Financial Exploitation Of Elderly Persons, Milton Anthony Scott
Theses Digitization Project
With the aging of the baby boomers, there is a concern over the likelihood of an increase in reported cases of perpetrators of financial abuse of elders residing in San Bernardino County as reported by Adult Protective Services (APS). This study included 201 confirmed financial abuse cases(data from the San Bernardino Department of Aging and Adult Services) for the period of January 13-December 19, 2005 in the high desert areas. It is the hope that this study will encourage representatives from APS, law enforcement and the Ombudsman Program to look for solutions and develop effective training programs that will help …
Needs Of Homeless Men Outside Of Shelter, Grace Deeba Dobey
Needs Of Homeless Men Outside Of Shelter, Grace Deeba Dobey
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to assess the needs of homeless men outside of shelters. The study helped social works and the social field in understanding the needs of homeless people and providing the resources needed for this population.
Impaired Mental Functioning As A Factor In Adult Protective Services Reporting, Valerie Jean Hentzschel
Impaired Mental Functioning As A Factor In Adult Protective Services Reporting, Valerie Jean Hentzschel
Theses Digitization Project
This study looked at the extent to which an elder's impaired mental functioning (IMF) is a factor in Adult Protective Services (APS). The design was a quantitative exploratory study utilizing a content analysis of 50 APS case files from San Bernardino County's Department of Aging and Adult Services.
The Need For Social Work Intervention For The Elderly Patients And Their Family Members, Yasuyo Abo
The Need For Social Work Intervention For The Elderly Patients And Their Family Members, Yasuyo Abo
Theses Digitization Project
Contends that poor discharge planning for elderly patients in American hospitals is the result of reduced lengths of stay which do not give medical social workers adequate time to assess patients' needs. A survey methodology was used to assess social service and community resource needs of hospitalized elderly patients and their family members at Riverside Community Hospital in California. Argues that the results of the survey can be used to improve discharge planning and lead to a more client-centered practice in hospitals.
Special Care Units: Recreational Activities For Patients With Alzheimer's Disease, Christina Marie Erickson-Taube
Special Care Units: Recreational Activities For Patients With Alzheimer's Disease, Christina Marie Erickson-Taube
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the recreational activities provided in special care units located in the Inland Empire. The population that this study sought to assist was patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and living in an Alzheimer's special care unit.
The Role Of Religious Beliefs And Practices In The Lives Of African American Family Caregivers, Lisa Renee Hebert
The Role Of Religious Beliefs And Practices In The Lives Of African American Family Caregivers, Lisa Renee Hebert
Theses Digitization Project
Examines whether religious beliefs or practices have a positive or negative influence on the perceived level of stress and coping ability of African American family care providers. Through interviews with three African American females who are caregivers for spouses diagnosed with adult onset brain disorder it was revealed that all caregivers felt their spirituality and/or religious practices shaped how they approached providing care. Religious practices and spirituality affected how they felt about providing care for their spouses and how they dealt with difficult challenges.
A Study Of The Effects Of Short-Term Respite Care On Caregivers And The Relationship Between Respite Satisfaction And Social Support, Lisa San Filippo Di Matteo
A Study Of The Effects Of Short-Term Respite Care On Caregivers And The Relationship Between Respite Satisfaction And Social Support, Lisa San Filippo Di Matteo
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to examine the effects short-term respite care had on caregivers of elderly and brain-impaired adults. The study also sought to examine the role that social support plays in determining satisfaction with respite care.
Factors In Older Adult's Resistance To Substance Abuse Treatment For Prescription And Over-The-Counter-Medication, Charles Henry Eugene Maingot
Factors In Older Adult's Resistance To Substance Abuse Treatment For Prescription And Over-The-Counter-Medication, Charles Henry Eugene Maingot
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to determine the factors that cause resistance in older adults to participation substance abuse (prescription drugs) treatment programs.