O&M for Independent Living
Title | O&M for Independent Living PDF eBook |
Author | Nora Griffin-Shirley |
Publisher | |
Pages | 275 |
Release | 2015-11 |
Genre | Blind |
ISBN | 9780891286769 |
The impact of aging on mobility can be profound, and it can affect nearly every aspect of an individual's life. O&M for Independent Living: Teaching Orientation and Mobility to Older Adults is an important guide for orientation and mobility instructors, rehabilitation specialists, occupational therapists, and other professionals who work with older people who may be new to vision loss. It provides insights essential for helping these individuals remain independent and self-reliant. In addition to information on the effects of aging and considerations for assessment and instruction, chapters include strategies on adapting O&M skills for older adults, environmental modifications and appropriate equipment, exercise and its relationship to mobility, daily living skills, and effective collaboration among the various professionals who serve this population.
Report on the Programs of Independent Living Services and Assistance
Title | Report on the Programs of Independent Living Services and Assistance PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Pages | 216 |
Release | 1984 |
Genre | Disabled veterans |
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Programs for the Handicapped
Title | Programs for the Handicapped PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Pages | 310 |
Release | 1977 |
Genre | People with disabilities |
ISBN |
Independent Living Scales (Ils
Title | Independent Living Scales (Ils PDF eBook |
Author | Loeb |
Publisher | |
Pages | |
Release | 1997-05-01 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 9780158147079 |
Program Directory
Title | Program Directory PDF eBook |
Author | National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (U.S.) |
Publisher | |
Pages | 808 |
Release | |
Genre | Rehabilitation |
ISBN |
Providing Healthy and Safe Foods As We Age
Title | Providing Healthy and Safe Foods As We Age PDF eBook |
Author | Institute of Medicine |
Publisher | National Academies Press |
Pages | 192 |
Release | 2010-11-29 |
Genre | Medical |
ISBN | 0309158834 |
Does a longer life mean a healthier life? The number of adults over 65 in the United States is growing, but many may not be aware that they are at greater risk from foodborne diseases and their nutritional needs change as they age. The IOM's Food Forum held a workshop October 29-30, 2009, to discuss food safety and nutrition concerns for older adults.
American Rehabilitation
Title | American Rehabilitation PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | |
Pages | 322 |
Release | 1995 |
Genre | Electronic journals |
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