Emphasises on maintaining the integrity, independence, and individuality of older persons. This book stresses the importance of communicating effectively, understanding the needs of older persons, and developing trust at various levels of service. It includes contributors from the fields of medicine, therapy, communication, psychology, and others.

Stressing the importance of communicating effectively, understanding the needs of older persons, and developing trust at all levels of service, this is a valuable sourcebook that places special emphasis on maintaining the integrity, independence, and individuality of older persons. Contributors include specialists in the fields of medicine, therapy, communication, psychology, environmental planning, activities planning, law, ethics, human sexuality, and death and dying. Questions for discussion and select bibliographies enhance this important collection.