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Elder Care


Elder Care



INTRODUCTION TO VALIDATION: COMMUNICATING WITH VERY OLD PEOPLE WITH ALZHEIMER'S AND OTHER DEMENTIAS

This DVD provides an excellent overview and introduction to the Validation Method. Using demonstrations by Naomi Feil and Vicki De Klerk working with people diagnosed Alzheimer's-type dementia, both principles and techniques are illustrated. This is a great DVD for those new to Validation as well as students of Validation. A great inservice teaching tool.

  • What is Validation
  • Qualities of a Practitioner
  • Principles
  • Who are the disoriented old
  • Resolution
  • Phase 1: Malorientation
  • Phase 2: Time Confusion
  • Phase 3: Repetitive Motion
  • Phase 4: Vegetation
  • Validation Techniques: Centering & Calibration
  • Verbal Techniques: Rephrasing, Open Questions, Polarity, Reminiscing, Ambiguity and Say their emotion,
  • Non-Verbal Techniques: Mirroring, Touch and Music

    DVD / 2011 / 25 minutes

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    "I'LL BE THERE FOR YOU" - PROVIDING PERSON-CENTERED DEMENTIA CARE

    By Jett Jousma

    Learn how person-centered care can positiviely impact each day for persons with dementia...

    This DVD shows how to make a hands-on shift to person-centered dementia care that engages the whole person and creates a support system based on each resident's needs and preferences.

    From natural wake-ups to music therapy, the DVD looks at the benefits of involving residents in their care as much as possible, finding ways to help them to "continue" living life the way they prefer, and engaging them in personalized activities that boost self-esteem and interaction. It also empowers nursing assistants to act upon (and communicate to other team members) their first-hand knowledge of each resident to ensure a better understanding of their care needs.


    DVD / 2013 / 28 minutes

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    YOUR LOVE NEVER FAILS

    "I was Superwoman. I am no longer Superwoman."

    Brenda has cared for her mother, Carolyn, for 25+ years, first in her home, and for one year, while she was in an Assisted Living Facility. Uniquely told from the point of view of both the adult child caregiver and the aging parent, the film takes an honest look at how providing care for an aging parent affects the caregiver, and how being dependent on an adult child can affect the aging parent. Filmed over a span of two-and-a-half years, the film follows daughter, Brenda, as she adjusts to the escalating care needs of her ailing mother, Carollyn, and faces the impact it makes on her own family, health, and life style.

    This family's candid story sheds realistic light (and hope) on the caregiving dynamic that will speak to the current wave of baby boomers and adult children who are or will unexpectedly become caregivers. It is also a valuable resource for professionals who work with families.


    DVD / 2013 / 21 minutes

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    20 QUESTIONS, 100 ANSWERS, 6 PERSPECTIVES (ON DEMENTIA)

    What is dementia? How should the doctor share a diagnosis of dementia with the person and the family members? What happens after the diagnosis? What are some best-care practices?

    This program is a compilation of honest answers about dementia from medical doctors, professional care partners, family members of those diagnosed with dementia, and a person living with it. Filled with thoughtful perspectives and firsthand experiences, this DVD will both empower families to understand and deal with dementia on their own terms and encourage healthcare professionals to think beyond their current views of dementia to provide better person- and family-centered care.

    The topics include:

  • Maintaining a respect for the personhood of each person
  • Ways to help persons with dementia to continue to live purposefully
  • Recognizing differences in forms of dementia
  • Medications and behavioral concerns
  • End-of-life care
  • Everyone will be informed, encouraged, and challenged by these well-rounded insights.

    Hosted by journalist Julie Anderson, this program features Judy Berry, Mona Johnson, G. Allen Power, MD, Richard Taylor, PhD, Sarah Rowan, PhD, and Bill Thomas, MD.


    DVD / 2012 / 130 minutes

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    BEYOND THE MUSIC: THE POWER OF MUSIC WITH PEOPLE WHO ARE LIVING WITH DEMENTIA AND OTHER AGE-RELATED CONDITIONS

    By Sally Jane Archer Alkeiya Brown

    Caught on film - evidence of music therapy stimulating memory and social interation, while reducing behavioral, cognitive, and emotional problems.

    This program documents the power of music to transcend the challenges of dementia as it shows non-responsive, non-verbal residents suddenly smiling, singing, moving, and interacting with others when engaged through music. These before-and-after glimpses of residents "reconnecting" encourage the use of music therapy as a method to boost quality of life for residents.

    The DVD also touches on the concept of neuroplasticity, which describes the ability of the brain to change its own structure and function through thought and activity, as well as, the palliative effect of music.

    Based on the work of registerd music therapist, Alkeiya Brown, who has extensive experience working in the arts with all ages from the very young to very old. Chaptered into two parts for easy access to specific clips of interest.


    DVD / 2012 / 45 minutes

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    UNDERSTANDING AGED CARE

    As a result of the ageing population, the aged care sector is growing at a rapid rate. This has led to an increasingly diverse range of occupational opportunities in the provision of home, community and residential services. This interview led program explores the aged care sector, high and low levels of care, changes associated with ageing, positive ageing, and the rights and interests of old people. We talk with residential managers, team leaders and lifestyle co-ordinators as well as researchers experienced in the industry. Ideal for community services related studies at the TAFE level, this program covers the essential elements of the ISC Community services unit of competency, 'Work Effectively with Older People'.



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    DVD / 2012 / 18 minutes

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    WHAT TIME IS LEFT

    A story of family, aging, and the passing of time...

    Told from the point of view of the filmmaker/grandson (in his early twenties), who'd had a brush with death himself, this moving film opens up a quiet storm of issues concerning how we all live and die, and how we face or choose to ignore the looming end-of-life choices that affect our aged loved ones--and ultimately, ourselves.

    Through the voices of three generations of the family, the film candidly follows the extended Henerson family as they care for two grandmothers who live in the same retirement community - Grandma Polly is in an advanced stage of aphasia, and can no longer walk or speak; Grandma DeeDee is healthy and active, consumed with concerns that her Living Will is followed to the letter. Through unforgettable moments and characters who are both surprisingly funny and heart-wrenchingly honest, the film reveals the web of human connections that keep a family together in the face of death, decline, and the unpredictability of life, itself.


    DVD / 2012 / 64 minutes

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    AGED CARE: COMMUNICATING WITH FAMILY AND CARERS

    Australia is experiencing 'population ageing'. Many older Australians are dependent on the care and support of informal care arrangements provided by the family and formal aged care services delivered in the community or in residential aged care homes. Developing and maintaining respectful interpersonal relationships with the client/resident and family through the use of effective and specialist communication skills can achieve successful outcomes of care that promote quality of life in accordance with legislation, regulatory requirements, professional standards and guidelines. This program discusses various methods and approaches carers can utilise when communicating, ensuring a successful care arrangement for everyone involved.



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    DVD / 2010 / 23 minutes

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    PAIN MANAGEMENT IN THE ELDERLY

    Pain is something we all experience and is something that many people fear, especially as they grow older. Long term experiences of pain may well become increasingly common as we head towards an ageing society beset with multiple chronic diseases. It is therefore imperative that medical professionals understand the implications of pain and incorporate appropriate actions to assess and deal with pain into their patient care. This program considers all of these issues and looks broadly at pain management in the elderly. Three pain management experts share their insights with us, examining what pain is, assessment methods and common treatments available.



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    DVD / 2010 / 28 minutes

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    ASSESSING NUTRITION IN OLDER ADULTS

    Due to any number of physical, social, medical or environmental factors, older adults are often at risk for poor nutrition. Developed to assess nutritional status in older adults, the two-part Mini-Nutritional Assessment (MNA) is a valuable resource to identify older adults that are at risk for malnutrition. This DVD demonstrates the assessment process, as well as, how to measure arm and leg circumferences, and compute body mass index. The DVD also documents specific risk factors for older adults, and offers an accurate, age-appropriate assessment that care providers can use to develop an effective nutritional plan for the patient.

    DVD / 2009 / 34 minutes

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    PREVENTING ASPIRATION IN OLDER ADULTS WITH DYSPHAGIA

    Dysphagia, or difficulty in swallowing, can occur as a consequence of aging, or due to physical or cognitive changes. This DVD explains the 4 stages of swallowing, the warning signs of aspiration, and offers care techniques that can be used to reduce the risk of aspiration while hand feeding or tube feeding. The DVD also stresses the importance of good dental hygiene and denture care, body positioning when feeding, and how to select an appropriate risk-reduction intervention.

    DVD / 2009 / 47 minutes

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    END-OF-LIFE CARE IN DEMENTIA

    This person-centered, culturally-sensitive video will equip caregivers with the skills to provide optimal end-of-life care for persons with dementia. Caregivers will learn how to tailor care to the changing needs of the resident, establish communication about care preferences, support the family members, other residents, and fellow staff, as well as, what to do immediately after a resident death. The video covers 5 areas of end-of-life care:

  • Communication
  • Decision-making Strategies
  • Assessment/Care of Physical and Behavioral Symptoms
  • Psychosocial and Spiritual Support
  • Acknowledgement of a Resident's Death

    This video's 'sharing' approach to end-of-life dementia care also encourages flexible care plans, and discussion of issues related to pain management, active dying symptoms, and comfort levels.


    DVD (With Facilitator's Guide) / 2008 / 29 minutes

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    MANAGING DEPRESSION: CONSIDERATIONS IN THE OLDER PATIENT

    Robert L. Spitzer, MD; K. Ranga Krishnan, MD; Sheldon H. Preskorn, MD

    This program features leading medical experts presenting information on short and long term treatment of mood disorders. The faculty will address diagnosis, treatment options, clinical drug therapy, and management of mood disorders in the older patient. Additional topics wil be: polypharmacy, comorbid medical conditions, drug interactions, and the impact of depression on cognition, functions, and motor skills.


    DVD / 2008 / 90 minutes

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    AGED CARE: COMMUNICATING WITH AGED CARE RESIDENTS

    Effective communication with elderly people living in residential care is the keystone to the delivery of high quality care; care that not only meets the physical needs of patients, but also mental, emotional, social and even spiritual care needs.

    This high quality program examines the basic elements of communication and how it can be enhanced to meet the care needs of older people who are living with hearing, vision, speech and cognitive losses.

    This program also looks at effective communication methods for those from culturally diverse backgrounds.



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    DVD / 2007 / 28 minutes

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    NUTRITION IN AN AGED CARE ENVIRONMENT

    Developing and maintaining a healthy and well balanced diet is just as important for the elderly as any other age group. For elderly people who can no longer look after themselves, it is of vital importance that adequate meals are provided that will meet the nutritional requirements of this age group.

    Nutrition sources, portion size and meal frequency are all covered, as well as strategies for getting older people to eat.

    Aged care workers will find this program invaluable when tending to the nutritional and dietary needs of the elderly.



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    DVD / 2007 / 29 minutes

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    PROTECTING THE VULNERABLE: IDENTIFYING AND REPORTING ELDER ABUSE

    Elder abuse is a largely hidden problem. As the proportion of elderly people requiring care increases, it is critical that we all understand the different forms elder abuse can take, and what must be done about it.

    This program provides an overview of elder abuse, including physical, sexual, financial and psychological abuse and neglect.

    It also looks at strategies to protect vulnerable elderly people and appropriate responses by governments, peak bodies and the aged care industry to elder abuse.
    A vital, encompassing look at a difficult area.



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    DVD / 2007 / 29 minutes

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    ADULTS WITH DOWN SYNDROME AND ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR CAREGIVERS

    With the current growth in life expectancy for persons with Down syndrome and a diagnosis of Alzheimer's, this timely and informative program will help professional and family caregivers to understand the changes Alzheimer's can cause in memory, communication, and behavior. It provides effective strategies caregivers can use to provide care and support while encouraging autonomy and self esteem-during the early, middle, and late stages.

    Also interspersed throughout, is the real story of Jim Gillis, a man with Down syndrome and later, Alzheimer's. Shared by his mother, Ann, Jim's story documents the progression of changes from onset to late-stage Alzheimer's.


    DVD / 2006 / 48 minutes

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    ADVANCE MEDICAL DIRECTIVES: SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT

    Are you prepared for the unexpected? Do your loved ones know about your wishes for end-of-life care? In just 14 minutes, this new DVD poses leading questions that will help everyone be specific about the personal care they desire at the end of life. It clearly explains the difference between a Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare, and mentions many of the decisions that must be made--including resuscitation, tube feeding, and pain relief options. Viewers will be equipped with everything they need to start thinking about and implementing end-of-life care decisions.

    DVD / 2005 / 14 minutes

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    AGING SUCCESSFULLY: THE PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF GROWING OLD

    With Paul Baltes, Ph.D

    Systematic examination of old age is a new field inspired by the unprecedented number of people living long enough to become elderly. Developmental psychologists Paul and Margret Baltes have proposed a model of adaptive competence for the entire life span, but the emphasis here is on old age. Their model SOC (Selection, Optimization, and Compensation) is illustrated with engaging vignettes of people leading fulfilling lives, including writers Betty Friedan and Joan Erikson, and dancer Bud Mercer. Segments of the cognitive tests used by the Baltes in assessing the mental abilities of older people are shown. The Baltes discuss personality components that generally lead to positive aging experiences in this visually and intellectually appealing video.


    DVD (Closed Captioned) / 1997 / 31 minutes

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    ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING: NINE WAYS NOT TO GET HURT

    Designed to promote resident and caregiver safety in connection with activities of daily living, this 18-minute program stresses nine fundamentals: come prepared; know the resident; involve the resident; stay focused on the details; prevent slips and trips; work as a team; use available equipment; protect your back; have a 100% commitment to safe practices.

    DVD (With Presenter's Guide) / 18 minutes

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    CONCEPTS AND CONTROVERSIES IN THE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF OSTEOPOROSIS

    David J. Baylink, MD; Robert Lindsay, MD; Michael J. Maricic, MD; Charles H. Chestnut, III, MD

    Focuses on this prevalent disease, which is gaining increased attention as an important issue in woman's health and geriatric medicine. Program also focuses on the fundamentals of agents used for the treatment of osteoporosis, including side effects, efficacy, compliance, dosage regimen, and the need for additional drugs.


    DVD / 90 minutes

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    CARE OF THE ELDERLY IN THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

    Carmel Bitondo Dyer, MD; Susan A. Harris, MD; Janice L. Zimmerman, MD; Mary S. Gleason, MSN, RNC

    Abuse of the Elderly; Recognition and Management of Delirium in the Elderly Patient; Evaluation of the Geriatric Patient; Falls in the Elderly.


    DVD / 60 minutes

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    MANAGEMENT OF OSTEOARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

    Richard M. Pope, MD; Tom D. Geppert, MD; David E. Trentham, MD; Richard P. Pollison, MD; Lee S. Simon, MD

    Principles for the diagnosis of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, importance of early recognition, conservative management of patients - both medical and physical therapy based on pathophysiologic mechanisms, expected clinical management.


    DVD / 90 minutes

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    PALLIATIVE CARE: THERAPIES FOR THE DYING PATIENT

    Robert N. Butler, MD; Sean Morrison, MD; Jane Morris, RN, MS; Kathleen M. Foley, MD, Robert Burt, JD

    How people die in the US; Differences, if any, in the ways men and women die; The common wish of patients to die at home; Financial costs associated with medical care of the dying; Myths and truths about physician's legal responsibilities to dying patients. How to assure a peaceful death.


    DVD / 90 minutes

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    MANAGED CARE AND THE OLDER PATIENT

    Robert N. Butler, MD; Frederick T. Sherman, MD,MSc; Emily Rhinehart, RN, MPH, CPHQ; Skip Klein, CFA; John C. Rother, JD

    Roundtable discussion of managed care and the older patient


    DVD / 90 minutes

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