Library Resources on Ageing
AUDIO **********
CARING FOR A PERSON WITH DEMENTIA: An audiotape for carers
AGE AMF
The Australian Multicultural Foundation & RMIT University
An audiotape for carers. N.B. There is a script available to this tape in our pamphlet drawer. TIME LENGTH: 20-30 min a side
2000
BEING OUR AGE: Older women talking
AGE OWH
OLDER Women's Health Project
Side one: - Growing older.
Side two: - Interaction with health workers
Approx 30 mins
BOOK **********
CARING FOR THE FUTURE
AGE ALZ
Alzheimer Society of Victoria
A guide to meeting the legal, financial, medical and accommodation needs of people with Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders.
60 p
1991
OH HAPPY, HAPPY DAYS!: The new rules of retirement
AGE ASC
ASCOUGH, Graham
The message is clear "enjoy growing older"- the third age 50 to 80 is an age of new opportunities when the "best is yet to be"
275 p
2001
AGELESS BODY, TIMELESS MIND
AGE CHO
CHOPRA, Chopra
A practical alternative to growing old. Ageing is much more of a choice than people ever dream. One of modern medicine's great breakthroughs is a realization that the body is not an object, but a process with no preordained limits. The interaction between mind and body processes has become one of the most exciting and revolutionary areas of medical research. Few people are better qualified than Deepak Chopra to explain how we can engage with the limitless potential of mind/body wisdom so as so realize our lives as fully as possible.
342 p
1993
RECOGNISING OLDER AUSTRALIANS
AGE COS
COSTELLO, Peter
Statement by The honourable Peter Costello M.P., treasurer of the commonwealth of Australia and other statements. Older Australians, whether approaching or in retirement, will benefit significantly from this Budget. The Government has made substantial reforms that will deliver financial security to Australians in their retirement, and gives due recognition to the valuable contribution that older Australians make to our social and economic fabric.
25 p
1996
RESIDENTIAL CARE A Guide for families and carers to the 'how, when, what and where' of residential care
AGE DHS
BACKHOUSE, Olwyn; Dept Human Services
Guide for families and carers to the 'how, when, what and where' of residential care
2001
BEATING THE SENIOR BLUES How to feel better and enjoy life again
AGE ECK
ECKFORD, Leslie; LAMBERT, Amanda
How to get on top of depression in old age and feel better about yourself. Covers coping skills with depression and/or about grief and loss. Gives information on the benefit of relaxation, exercise and nutrition.Other areas include motivation, health, mobility and nurturing
2002
BEING OUR AGE - OLDER WOMEN'S VOICES
AGE ELL
ELLIOTT, Alison
Exploring new options for women ageing and health workers.
119 p
1994
THE PARKINSONS DISEASE HANDBOOK
AGE GOD
AUSTEN, Richard Godwin
Parkinson's disease, characterized by trembling and slowness of movement, has been the subject of some of the most exciting medical discoveries made over the last thirty years. Nowadays, treatment has been so revolutionized that most of its disabilities can be controlled.
105 p
1984
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE - A CARER'S GUIDE
AGE GRA
GRANT, Bill
Alzheimer's disease is one of the cruellest ills to afflict humanity. Incurable and untreatable, with no known cause, it destroys the sufferer while exhausting his or her carer. But help is available, as Dr Bill Grant, himself a carer, explains in this compassionate and comprehensive book. Packed with advice and information, it's an invaluable resource for families or individuals affected by the tragedy of Alzheimer's disease.
64 p
1992
ALZHEIMER'S : A CAREGIVER'S GUIDE AND SOURCE BOOK
AGE GRU
GRUETZNER, Howard
Information on physiological and psychological aspects of the disease, stages of behaviour and strategies for coping with the demands of Alzheimers patients.
255 p
1988
OPTIONS FOR THE AGEING
AGE HEN
HENDERSON, Leila
The average Australian can expect to spend a third of his or her life in post retirement. While for many these are golden years, the ageing do have special concerns and medical needs. According to experts in the science of ageing, their chief concerns are poverty, isolation and ill health. This book addresses these issues and more, offering useful advice and valuable contacts.
64 p
1993
PUT YOUR WHOLE SELF IN
AGE MCD
McDONALD, Meme
The story of the women involved in the Northcote Self Help Hydrotherapy and Massage Group. "Provocative opinions..., are shared with earthy humour, courage and dignity".
264 p
1992
LOOKING AFTER YOUR AGEING PARENTS A family affair
AGE MIL
MILLER, Prue
For the children of elderly parents who have to look after the parents as well as their own children and careers. Describes the typical ailments that affect the aged plus lists support services. Practical and caring advice.
2004
WHEN I GROW TOO OLD TO DREAM
AGE NAU
NAUGHTIN, Gerry; Laidler, Terry
Tells the stories of people with Alzheimers & other forms of dementia, their caregivers and families; provides information on early signs of dementia, where to seek information and advice, how to plan for the future.
246 p
1991
OURSELVES GROWING OLDER : WOMEN AGEING WITH KNOWLEDGE AND POWER
AGE SHA
SHAPIRO, Jean
Comprehensive look at all the major issues for women growing older.
604 p
1989
SEX, INTIMACY AND AGED CARE
AGE SHE
SHERMAN, Barbara
Explores the issues relevant to sexuality and old age, and challenges us to examine our own attitudes
196 p
1998
LOOK AFTER YOURSELF
AGE STE
STEWART, Alan
The health handbook for older people. It's OK to be old. This is an indispensable guide to taking care of yourself in later life. Look after yourself speaks directly to older people and explains the process of normal ageing, and the changes that this can bring about in health and lifestyle.
180 p
1990
AGEING WELL - Surprising guideposts to a happier life from the landmark Harvard study of adult development
AGE VAI
VAILLANT, George
Author uses data from Harvard Medical School research to analyse the factors involved in reaching a happy healthy old age. He suggests life style changes.
373 p
2002
DEMENTIA: A positive view
AGE VET
Department of Veteran Affairs
A collection of articles by health professionals and carers
1994
DEMENTIA: A practical guide for carers
AGE VET
Veterans' Affairs
Offers support and broad ranging advice for carers of those who have dementia.
1995
KIT **********
OLDER, SMARTER, FITTER:
AGE ASC
Australian Sports Commission and Department of Veterans' Affairs
A guide for providers of sport and physical activity programs for older Australians
53 p
2001
VIDEO **********
AGE BEFORE BEAUTY
AGE GIB
Age Before Beauty critically explores the positive and negative aspects of old age for women in a society where there is a premium on images of women as young, attractive and sexually available to men. This video examines and confronts popular assumptions about sexuality and ageing, the "youth" drug industry, housing and income levels for pensioners and alternatives to the traditional medical model for old age.
1980
18 mins
ACTIVE LIVING: Getting better with age
AGE HSV
Human Services Victoria
Developed for people of 55 years to encourage them to take part in physical activity as a regular part of their day - in an entertaining way provides activity options. -25 min video and booklet
1999
25 min
ACTIVE LIVING: Getting better with age
AGE HSV
Human Services Victoria
Developed for people of 55 years to encourage them to take part in physical activity as a regular part of their day - in an entertaining way provides activity options. -25 min video and booklet
1999
25 min
