| Old Age: A Guide for Professional & Lay Careers Contributor(s): MacLennan, W. J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0715206400 ISBN-13: 9780715206409 Publisher: Saint Andrew Press OUR PRICE: $17.82 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Christian Ministry - Pastoral Resources - Political Science | Public Policy - Social Services & Welfare - Religion | Christianity - General |
| Dewey: 362.6 |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 5.06" W x 7.81" (0.32 lbs) 142 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: If you are involved with the pastoral care of elderly people-as a carer, a member of the medical profession, or the ministry, then this book is a useful approach to the problems and the processes of old age. Written to promote awareness of the needs of elderly people, as well as those who look after them, many areas of concern are covered including the physical effects of ageing, the availability of much-needed services, the pros and cons of institutional care, relevant ethical issues, and the importance of the often neglected aspect of effective communication. 'So long as people retain their health, old age can be a time of both fulfilment and enjoyment ...' |
