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Improving geriatric care with leisure activities
One of the many considerations in caring for the elderly is addressing specific challenges related to the aging process, including a healthy aging mind. A recent study by the University of Texas at Dallas suggests that mentally challenging activities that involve an active learning component can have a positive impact on brain activity into late […]
July 29th, 2016
Posted in Social Work Careers, Social Work News
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Social work practice area: Gerontology
Whether you have an aging grandparent, parent, or even a neighbor, you’ve probably had some experience in helping or caring for an elderly person. In fact, 80 percent of care provided to older adults comes from their family and friends. This support system can indeed be wonderful but eventually, many elderly people and their caregivers […]
February 10th, 2016
Posted in Social Work Careers
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