Healthy Ageing and Aged Care

Healthy Ageing and Aged CareDiscover an essential resource for enhancing your understanding of Healthy Ageing and Aged Care. This comprehensive guide offers an accessible introduction to the multifaceted world of ageing and aged care, integrating a person centred approach that emphasizes welfare in primary, community, and institutional settings. Designed for health practitioners and students alike, 'Healthy Ageing and Aged Care' challenges ageist stereotypes and nurtures a

Discover an essential resource for enhancing your understanding of Healthy Ageing and Aged Care. This comprehensive guide offers an accessible introduction to the multifaceted world of ageing and aged care, integrating a person-centred approach that emphasizes welfare in primary, community, and institutional settings. Designed for health practitioners and students alike, 'Healthy Ageing and Aged Care' challenges ageist stereotypes and nurtures a holistic view of older individuals, promoting wellness and dignity.

The second edition delves into critical updates in the field, including insights from the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety 2021 report and the effects of the COVID pandemic on senior citizens. It highlights the importance of understanding demographic shifts and the statistical trends surrounding the ageing population, fostering a new mindset towards aged care.

Engage with real-life narratives through video stories and podcasts featuring the authors, which inspire transformative learning and enrich the educational experience. Each chapter includes case studies that empower future health professionals to apply their knowledge and enhance the quality of life for older adults.

In this edition, a new chapter on oral health introduces effective pictorial guides to oral hygiene, emphasizing its significance in the care of the elderly and providing practical skills for assessment. Whether you’re studying or practicing in the field, this resource is an invaluable tool for mastering the art of care and promoting healthy ageing.