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Spreading Encouragement To Seniors In A Pandemic, Bonnie L. Rogulj, Lashia Hicks
Spreading Encouragement To Seniors In A Pandemic, Bonnie L. Rogulj, Lashia Hicks
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This brief note describes a "virtual calendar" project created by students of the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. The calendar of images and poetry was shared with older adult community members to reduce loneliness and increase mental health and wellness in this population during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“But I’Ve Always Lived Here”: Evidence Informed Analysis On Aging In Place, Roxanne Mueller, Allison Paris, Holly Olsen, Lindsey Valentine, Chris Childers
“But I’Ve Always Lived Here”: Evidence Informed Analysis On Aging In Place, Roxanne Mueller, Allison Paris, Holly Olsen, Lindsey Valentine, Chris Childers
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Purpose: The purpose of this poster/presentation is to provide an exploration and analysis of aging in place. To ensure the success of the older adult to remain in their home it is essential to determine and meet the changing needs of the aging population in a way that preserves lifelong health and wellness.
Description: The global trend of population aging is on the continual rise due to longer life expectancy and lower fertility rates.1 It is predicted that by the year 2036 one in every four individuals will be a senior citizen. In some areas, the availability of …