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  Title Year Author Related Subject Description
126.   End-of-Life Benefits Models 2001 Jeanne Sheils Twohig, MPA and Susan Butler   This handbook includes descriptions of these ‘models’ of end-of-life programs currently being participated in, or sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans.
127.   The Journals of Gerontology 2000 John Faulker, PhD   Publishes articles on the biological aspects of aging in areas such as biochemistry, biodemography, cellular and molecular biology, comparative and evolutionary biology, endocrinology, exercise sciences, genetics, immunology, morphology, neuroscience, nutrition, pathology, pharmacology, physiology, vertebrate and invertebrate genetics, and biological underpinnings of late life diseases.
128.   National Guide to Funding in Aging 1992 F. Jones, R. Kovacs, and A. Olsonnd Olson, A Directories, Philanthropy & Charity, Public Policy, Social Services & Welfare, and Reference A guide to government, foundation, and voluntary sources of funding support and other types of assistance for programs in the field of aging. It includes descriptions of 124 federal funding programs, all state government agencies, 495 foundations, and 74 private organizations all involved in coordinating or providing services and funding for the aging.
129.   The Health Funds Grants Resources Yearbook 6th Edition 1994 Robert Jenkins Essays, Medical, Nursing, Reference, and Research A Health Resources Publication.
130.   Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Vol. 52 No. 11 2004 Thomas Yoshikawa, MDD   Topics include (1) Effects of provider practice on functional independence in Older Adults (2) The Health Status of Elderly Vet. Enrollees in the Vet. Hlth Admin (3) Ethnic differences in the prevalence and pattern of dementia-related behaviors (4) Accuracy of nursing home medial record info about Care Process Delivery: Implications for staff management and improvement (5) Building academic Geriatric capacity: an eval of the John A. Hartford Foundation Center of Excellence Initiative
131.   Perspectives on the Health Professions 1990 Edward O'Neil, Ph.D and Diane Hared Diane Hare Medical personnel, Medical care, Dental care, Health Occupations  
132.   A Taste of Charles County II 2000      
133.   Alone... But not Forgotten 2000 D.C. Office on Aging   Community involvement to help identify and assist the estimated 800,000 Americans who currently live alone with dementia.
134.   The Gerontologist: Program Abstracts 49th Annual Scientific Meeting " Economic and Health Security for the Aging Vol. 36 Special Issue 1 1996 Gerontological Society of America   Highlights social, political, psychological and biological conditions of elders, as well as the state of research and policy initiatives.
135.   The Book---Alzheimer's Disease 1996 Robert Rogge Caregiving & Medical / Nursing This book is both a personal journal that chronicles the 12 years that the author cared for his wife, a patient with Alzheimer's disease, and a caregiver's resource guide with strategies for effective caregiving at home. The first part of the book is the detailed journal that the author kept from the onset of his wife's first symptoms and diagnosis in 1982 through her death in 1993. Part II focuses on the needs of the caregiver, including maintaining physical and mental health, financial considerations, social support systems, and respite care. Part III sets forth an overall strategy for at home care. This section offers suggestions for activities and equipment, and a sample at-home schedule. Part IV is the transcript of a presentation made by the author at a geriatric care conference.
136.   The 1998 Membership Directory of The Gerontological Society of America 1998 Gerontological Society of America Directory  
137.   Women's Health in Primary Care: Managing Stress incontinence 1998 Women's Health in Primary Caremary Care   A journal for physicians and other health professionals. Feature articles review current topics in cardiology, endocrinology, gynecology, psychiatry, Rheumatology, and many other areas. Specific disorders are covered because they affect women disproportionately (or uniquely), their natural history is different in women, or their treatment is altered by pregnancy, hormonal status, or other factors unique to women. Also included are a variety of department features, including a dermatologic photos, essay, reports on recent research, case studies, overviews of new clinical guidelines, interviews with prominent researchers, and statistical data on women's health.
138.   Health and Welfare for the Elderly - An Outline of Systems and Trends   The Bureau of Health and Social Welfare Services for the Aged, Ministry of Health and Welfare of Japan    
139.   A National Agenda for Geriatric Education: White Pages Vol. 1 Administrative Document 1995 Susan Klein, DNSc, RN Geriatric Nursing, Geriatrics, Gerontology, Health Education, Health Services For Older Adults, Medical, Medical / Nursing & Education  
140.   Improving the Care of Older Adults with Common Geriatric Conditions 2002 HMO Workgroup on Case Managementse Management   For each of the seven conditions (falls, urinary incontinence, physical reconditioning, high-risk medications, dementia, depression and nutritional problems), this report describes the problem, discusses how to identify members who can be helped, effective interventions, the financial impact of intervening and implementation barriers. 
141.   Stroke Resource Guide   American Stroke Association   This guide is intended to provide stroke survivors, family members or other caregivers, and allied health professionals with helpful information about some of the many stroke-related services in the Greater Washington Region.
142.   ICD 9 CM Vol. 3 International Classification of Diseases 9th Revision Clinical Modification 1979 Commission on Professional and Hospital Activities Diseases, Medical / Nursing, Reference With the publication and use of these three volumes, clinicians, medical record administrators, hospital and health services administrators, health planners, PSROs, statisticians, politicians, and the public can be assured that a common classification of diseases and related entities is being used across the county by all agencies, institutions, and geopolitical jurisdictions.
143.   The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation: Pioneer Programs in Palliative Care Nine Case Studies 2000 Milbank Memorial Fund Palliative Care In this report clinicians at nine hospitals describe how they and their colleagues established formal programs of palliative care. Clinicians and managers at each of these institutions negotiated innovative clinical and institutional arrangements and made effective use of the reimbursement policies of public and private payers. Each of these programs of palliative care is a product of the organizational culture of the institution in which it operates. 
144.   Private Health Insurance: Declining Employer Coverage May Affect Access for 55-to-64-Year-Olds 1998  United States General Accounting OfficeAccounting Office Aged, Health Insurance & Middle aged persons This report examines the access of near-elderly Americans, aged 55 to 64, to health benefits through private insurance-either employer-based or individually purchased. Specifically, the report discusses the near elderly's health, employment, income, and health insurance status; ability to obtain employer-based health insurance if they retire before becoming eligible for Medicare; and use of and costs associated with purchasing coverage through the individual market or employer-based continuation insurance.
145.   Accessible Faith: A Technical Guide for Accessibility in Houses of Worship 1990 Elizabeth Patterson & Neal VogelNeal Vogel   Increasingly congregations are striving to welcome all members of the community in fellowship. The challenge is great. Attitudinal as well as physical barriers must be removed. This brochure provides useful information about removing physical, visual, auditory barriers and how to start an accessibility plan.
146.   The Gerontologist: A Journal of The Gerontological Society of America Vol. 39 No. 5 1999 The Gerontological Society of America Spirituality, Case Management, Long Term Care The Gerontologist, published since 1961, is a bimonthly journal (first issue in February) of The Gerontological Society of America that provides a multidisciplinary perspective on human aging through the publication of research and analysis in gerontology, including social policy, program development, and service delivery.
147.   Proceedings "Leadership in Collaborative Practice" 1998 Patricia Swager, M.Ed.   These proceedings represent the key information that was shared over the dour days including keynote presentations, workshop presentations, program specific presentations, and poster and resource sharing sessions.
148. The Gerontologist: A Journal of The Gerontological Society of America Vol. 37 Special Issue II 1997 The Gerontological Society of America Program Schedule 50th Annual Scientific Meeting "Creativity and Aging: Exploring Human Potential" The Gerontologist, published since 1961, is a bimonthly journal (first issue in February) of The Gerontological Society of America that provides a multidisciplinary perspective on human aging through the publication of research and analysis in gerontology, including social policy, program development, and service delivery.
149.   Clinical Geriatrics: A Clinical Journal of The American Geriatrics Society Vol. 13 No. 2al of The American Geriatrics Society Vol. 13 No. 2 2005 American Geriatrics Society   Clinical Geriatrics is a peer-reviewed medical journal of the American Geriatrics Society that focuses on both the clinical and practical issues related to the treatment and management of the older patient. The Journal is committed to publishing superior, detailed, up-to-date information for clinicians who diagnose and treat patients ages 50 and older; it is also a practical resource for all health care providers.
150. Faith and Aging: A Leadership Challenge for Clergy in the National Capital Arealenge for Clergy in the National Capital Area 1997 Compendium of various authors   A one-day event where participants leaved to (1) Recognize the implications theology has for the aging process, (2) Improve the understanding of aging and spirituality, (3) Understand the unique problems minority populations may experience and they age among many other topics.