Diversity in the Elderly Population
Elderly

There is an abundance of diversity of the newest elderly generation. There is a lack of diversity in the health care coverage for the elderly. This would not exist in the future of health care. It is simply not practical nor ethical to ignore this issue of geriatrics as part of the visualization of the future of health care. Subtracting ethics for those who do not care about the elderly, on a practical level, soon there will be too many elderly around to ignore them and their needs. They will likely become an increasing voice of influence on issues such as this one and others, if only because of their great numbers. Those numbers are projected to continue to escalate.

This author imagines a future of health care where all elderly people have access to free, low cost, or subsidized quality health care. In such a future,…...

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Institute of Medicine of the National Academies. (2008). Retooling for an Aging America: Building the Health Care Workforce. Web, Available from: ReportBriefRetoolingforanAgingAmericaBuildingtheHealthCareWorkforce.pdf. 2014 February 03.

The Economist Intelligence Unit. (2009). Healthcare strategies for an ageing society. The Economist, Web, Available from:   2014 February 03.http://graphics.eiu.com/upload/eb/Philips_Healthcare_ageing_3011WEB.pdf .

Economics / Chapter 14
The elderly population is prone to polypharmacy, or being prescribed multiple medications to treat one or several medical conditions. Although the prescribing provider(s) have good intentions, the practice of polypharmacy can lead to dangerous or even deadly consequences, particularly in the elderly. This trend is becoming more and more common, leading to questions about at what point does prescribing multiple medications more of a hazard than of any help? And perhaps most importantly, how do we as providers effectively intervene in order to address this concern?

ecent figures have shown that 6.5% of in-patient hospital admissions stem from adverse drug reactions. Of those adverse reactions, 72% are identified as ones that could definitely or possibly have been avoided (Anguita, 2011). This is of particular concern in the elderly, who are a patient population with higher incidence of multiple health problems, more prone to drug-drug interactions, errors in dosing…...

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Sergi, G. Sarti, S. & Manzato, E. (2011). Polypharmacy in the elderly: Can comprehensive geriatric assessment reduce inappropriate medication use? Current Opinion, 28, 509-518.

Jyrkka, J., Enlund, H., Sulkava & Hartikainen, S. (2009). Polypharmacy status as an indicator of mortality in an elderly population. Drugs and Aging, 26. 1039-1045.

Anguita, M. (2011). Polypharmacy: Is it a risk that will cost dearly? Nursing Prescribing, 28.

For this reason pro bono services are available.
Many senior citizens also qualify for legal aid. Legal aid is a program for all Americans who live below the poverty line, including senior citizens. Legal Aid is funded by the Legal Services organization, a department of the federal government ("What is LSC?"). This aspect of the federal government was created in 1974 to assist low income individuals with civil litigation issues. According to the official website of the organization most clients are women and the elderly ("What is LSC?"). In many cases legal aid assist people with family issues including guardianship issues. Legal aid is readily available through this program an 138 local programs, and provides services in every Congressional district and county in the country ("What is LSC?").

In addition to federal programs there are also programs throughout the country founded by lawyers to assist the elderly with different types of…...

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References

Community Resources for Older Adults": Chapter 13 Legal Services.

Legal help for senior citizens." Retrieved August 8, 2008 at http://seniors-site.com/legalm/lawyer.html

Legal Services of South Central Michigan." Retrieved August 8, 2008 at  http://www.lsscm.org/ 

What is LSC?." Retrieved August 8, 2008 at  http://www.lsc.gov/about/lsc.php

Introduction The elderly population, like every other population in the world today, can benefit from changes that have occurred in the world thanks to technological revolutions. The Internet, for instance, has allowed a virtual world to emerge that rivals the real world in terms of social opportunities. News spreads instantly thanks to the Internet, and people can communicate with one another and retrieve information more easily today than at any point in human history. Technology can thus be used to address some of the changes and challenges within the elderly population today. Those changes and challenges include changes in environment as the population moves into assisted living and combating isolation and depression, which can occur in this population. Likewise, because of the nature of the globalized world it is more likely that this population will be more diverse than it has been in the past, which means there will be a…...

Advocacy Project
Proposal Summary

The proposal was to work with Dr. Patrick Khoo of HK Cares, a foundation in Hong Kong, China, where I would be on duty for 5 hours a day for a week. The service I aimed to provide was to visit hospitals in order to care for the elderly population in these facilities. By entertaining them, looking after them, reading to them, and helping them with whatever they needed, my goal was to relieve the disease burden on society and provide the elderly population in hospitals with a greater quality care experience through extra attention on my part.

Summary of What Took Place

First, I wrote a letter explaining the needs of the elderly population and why it was important for members of the community to devote some time to helping them with their needs. I cited a study by Landeiro, Barrows, Musson, Gray and Leal (2017) which focused on…...

Introduction Ageism, isolation, and misconceptions about gerontology are all issues that the vulnerable elderly population faces (Brojeni, Ilali, Taraghi & Mousavinasab, 2019). As Yamada et al. (2015) point out, however, the issue of healthcare disparity and healthcare inequality of the elderly is one of the biggest issues because it underlines all the others: if the elderly population does not even have sufficient access to care, it is unlikely to be able to battle the effects of ageism, isolation or ignorance about gerontology. Healthcare costs have doubled since the 1990s (Yamada et al., 2015), and this puts an added burden on the elderly population, whose resources are finite. Yamada et al. (2015) put it this way: “as healthcare costs rises, more of the increasing costs are transferred to certain disadvantaged populations, and patients would have to spend a considerable share of their healthcare costs out-of-pocket” (p. 1745). In other words, the cost…...

Community Health Assessment: Windshield SummaryGeneral Condition and Public Health NeedsIn the heart of Catron County, New Mexico, a comprehensive survey spanning from the residential hubs of eserve to the commercial veins of Datil, reveals a community rich in diversity yet facing unique challenges. Within eserve, the housing landscape is a tapestry of time, where modern homes stand alongside structures echoing over half a century of history. This juxtaposition extends to the yards, where the care given varies from meticulously tended gardens to spaces reclaimed by nature, symbolizing the varying socioeconomic statuses within the community.Public spaces like Cruzville Park offer communal solace, serving as green oases amidst the rural expanse. Yet, despite their upkeep, these areas lack the vibrancy brought by cafes and vendors, pointing towards a missed opportunity for social interaction and economic activity. The streets of Datil, meanwhile, pulse with commercial life. At the Eagle Guest anch Store and…...

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References Size of Community How large is the community geographically? Catron County covers a large rural area with sparse population density. Strengths/Weaknesses U.S. Census Bureau Population What is the total population? High percentage of the population is elderly (43.3%). Weaknesses/Opportunities U.S. Census Bureau Demographics What are the age distribution characteristics? Predominantly older adults, indicating a need for geriatric care services. Weaknesses/Opportunities U.S. Census Bureau Ethnicity/Diversity What is the ethnic makeup of the community? Primarily Caucasian, with small Hispanic and Native American populations. Strengths/Weaknesses U.S. Census Bureau Health Care Services What health care services are available locally? Limited local healthcare services, particularly in specialist care and home nursing. Weaknesses/Threats Anna Age Eight Institute (2021) Education/Schools What educational facilities are available? Limited educational facilities, with emphasis on primary and secondary education. Fewer resources for adult education and technology training. Weaknesses/Threats New Mexico Department of Education Religion/Churches What religious facilities are present? Various denominations represented, though services may be limited by community size. Strengths Local observations Businesses What types of businesses operate in the community? Predominantly small businesses, with a lack of large employers. Limited healthcare-related businesses. Weaknesses/Opportunities Local business registryReferencesAnna, Age Eight Institute. (2021). 100% Catron County Survey Report: Identifying Barriers to Vital Services, 2021. Retrieved from   New Mexico Department of Education. US Census. (2024). Retrieved from www.census.govhttps://www.100nm.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/AAEI_SurveyReport_Catron_2021_final.pdf 

Life-Span PerspectiveThe life-span perspective sees human development as a lifelong process rather than one that stops after adolescence; instead, it continues into adulthood through old age. This perspective divides human development into two phases: an early phase of childhood and adolescence, in which there is a lot of growth and change, and a later phase that includes young adulthood, middle age, and old age, where changes slow, but abilities continue to develop? (Cavanaugh & Blanchard-Fields, 2011).The Four Key Features of the Life-Span PerspectiveAccording to Paul Baltes, there are four features of the life-span perspectivemultidirectionality, plasticity, historical context, and multiple causation (Cavanaugh & Blanchard-Fields, 2011, p. 4). Human development involves gains and losses that occur at the same time throughout ones lifespan. For example, some cognitive abilities such as vocabulary may continue to improve, but things like reaction time tend to decline.Plasticity refers to the ability to change in response to…...

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ReferencesCavanaugh, J. C., & Blanchard-Fields, F. (2011). Adult development and aging (6th ed.). Wadsworth, Cengage Learning.

Most of the drug commercials also show the elderly with health concerns and needing help from others. In addition, it is rare to see an elderly contestant on a game show or interviewed on the nightly news, and most commercials star young, healthy, and very vital and attractive young people. When the elderly are featured, it is mostly with health concerns and problems.
Some situation comedies depict the elderly in a better light. For example, in "Everybody Loves Raymond," the two elderly cast members, Peter Boyle and Doris Roberts, are depicted as cranky and eccentric, like many elderly are depicted on TV, but they are also loving, if annoying, parents. They are also funny and warm, and have a mature relationship on the screen. They are funny, but they also add warmth to the show, and great character. It would not seem they were entirely positive, but they certainly are…...

Essay Topic Examples 1. The Impact of Social Isolation on the Health of Elderly atients:
    This essay would explore the psychological and physical effects of social isolation on elderly patients. The focus can be on how lack of social interaction contributes to the decline in mental health, such as the onset of depression and anxiety, and how it may exacerbate existing health conditions or lead to the development of new ones, such as dementia and heart disease.

2. Geriatric harmacology: The Challenges of Medication Management in Elderly atients:
    The essay would address the complexities involved in managing medications for elderly patients. With age, the body's response to drugs can change, leading to different therapeutic outcomes and increased risks of adverse effects. The discussion would include factors like polypharmacy, drug interactions, and the importance of personalized medical care in geriatric pharmacology.

3. Technology and Innovation in Elderly Care: Enhancing Quality of Life for Aging…...

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Primary Sources

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Aging. \"A Profile of Older Americans: 2021.\" Administration for Community Living, 2021.

World Health Organization. \"World Report on Ageing and Health.\" World Health Organization, 2015.

National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Aging. \"Global Health and Aging.\" NIH Publication no. 11-7737, October 2011.

Social Security Administration. \"Annual Statistical Supplement to the Social Security Bulletin, 2020.\" Social Security Administration, 2020.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. \"Medicare and You: National Medicare Handbook.\" Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 2022.

Essay Topic Examples
1. Health Disparities and Social Determinants:
    Explore how social determinants like income, education, and environment influence health outcomes across different populations.

2. ublic Health olicy Impact:
    Analyze the effectiveness of public health policies in improving population health, focusing on case studies or specific interventions.

3. Technological Advances in opulation Health:
    Discuss how technology, including telemedicine and health apps, has transformed the approach to managing and monitoring population health.

4. Aging opulation and Health Services:
    Reflect on the challenges and strategies for providing health services to an increasingly aging population.

5. Mental Health as a ublic Health riority:
    Examine the integration of mental health into public health frameworks and its implications for overall population health.

Essay Title Examples

1. Navigating Health Inequities: A opulation Health erspective

2. The Role of olicy in Shaping opulation Health Outcomes

3. Digital Health: Revolutionizing opulation Health Management

4. Aging Gracefully: Health Strategies for an Elderly opulation

5. Mental Health Matters: Integrating Wellness into ublic Health

Essay Hook Examples

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World Health Organization

United Nations Population Fund

National Institute of Health

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation

In addition, those who are emotionally troubled and who are overweight -- often a contributing factor to emotional difficulties -- do not receive extra counseling time." Seale, Seale & Zhang (2008, p.425) This is a serious concern and one that must be addressed immediately by physicians who are providing care for obese patients.
Future

A lot of revamping has to be done to meet this increased need of obese elderly and this has to be done fast. The numbers are increasing by the day and unless some initiatives are taken right away, it can blow up into a full-fledged catastrophe in the future. The first and foremost step that is required is to change the present healthcare system to make it more effective and efficient. Changes have to be made in the delivery of service as well as payments to make it more accessible to the elderly.

Another important step is to…...

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References

Arterburn, David E. (2004). The Coming Epidemic of Obesity in Elderly Americans. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. 52(11). 1907-1912

Odilia I; Bermudez; Tucker, Katherine L. (2001). Total and Central Obesity among Elderly Hispanics and the Association with Type 2 Diabetes. Obesity Research (9), 443 -- 451; doi: 10.1038/oby.2001.58

Thompson, Dennis. (2009, December 31). As U.S. Ages, Health Care May Need to Change. HealthDay Consumer News Service.

Dutton, Drake, D; Engelke. K; McAuliffe, M; Rose, M., (2005). Challenges that nurses face in caring for morbidly obese patients in the acute care setting. Surgery for Obesity and Related

Future of Healthcare as it Relates to the Geriatric Population
Description and Problem Statement

The geriatric population in the United States is growing and compared to the population of health care providers the geriatric population growth is advancing much more rapidly. This presents a problem in making provision of health care to the future geriatric population. While there is a growth in the demand for geriatric health care services, there is not a matching growth in the population of health care providers and in fact, a shortage presently exists.

The population of geriatric patients is experiencing rapid growth while the population of health care providers specifically trained in geriatric medicine is seriously lagging behind. In fact, of the approximately 650,000 medical doctors who are practicing, only a small percentage receives the training and education required to provide geriatric care. Exacerbating the problem is the fact that only three medical schools in the United…...

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Bagel, LM (2011) Designs to Support Aging Acute Care Patients. Elder Care. Health Facilities Management. Retrieved from:  http://www.hfmmagazine.com/hfmmagazine/jsp/articledisplay.jsp?dcrpath=HFMMAGAZINE/Article/data/04APR2012/0412HFM_FEA_interiors&domain=HFMMAGAZINE 

Gottlieb, S. (2013) Medicare Has Stopped Paying Bills For Medical Diagnostic Tests. Patients Will Feel The Effects. Forbes 27 Mar 2013. Retrieved from:  http://www.forbes.com/sites/scottgottlieb/2013/03/27/medicare-has-stopped-paying-bills-for-medical-diagnostic-tests-patients-will-feel-the-effects/2/ 

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Living Aangements Among the Eldely
This is an eight page pape concening the divesity in living aangements among the eldely. Thee ae six efeences used.
Intoduction
People today ae living longe, which means thee is a lage eldely population in ou society. Thee ae many concens facing the eldely, one of which is housing. The eldely have seveal options available to them and it's inteesting to see how divese they can be.
Statistics
Befoe we look at the housing options fo the eldely, we should fist exploe the statistics concening the population of this gowing goup. Thee wee ove 35.0 million pesons ove 65 in the United States in 2000. This accounts fo 12.4% of the population o one in evey eight Ameicans. Since 1990, the numbe of eldely has inceased 12.0% in compaison to the 13.3% incease of those unde 65. The statling fact is those aged…...

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http://www.exnet.iastate.edu/Pages/housing/options.html).

Greenwald, John. (1999, 30 August). Family: Elder Care: Making the Right Choice

Nursing homes used to be the only stop for seniors who need help. Now there are options.

Time. pp. 52+.

(Housing and Living Arrangements of the Elderly. (accessed 10-19-2002).

 http://www.ilcusa.org/lib/pdf/publicationschapter1.pdf ).

Difficulties that Elderly People Encounter and Their Life Satisfaction," which was published within the scholarly journal Social Behavior and Personality in 2008, social scientists Kasim Karatas and Veli Duyan analyze the level of life satisfaction experienced by elderly residents of the Ankara region of Turkey, while also exploring the various factors which may negatively influence one's life satisfaction. According to the authors, "the purpose of this study was to examine the sociodemographic characteristics of elderly people and the effects that difficulties they encounter in daily life have on their life satisfaction" (2008), with the dually overriding objectives of determining a causal relationship between life satisfaction and either sociodemographic characteristics or hardships experienced. Relying on the tried and true methodology of administering a detailed survey and questionnaire combination, in this case to a sample of 109 females and 76 males between the ages of 60 and 98 living in the…...

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