This book informs the reader of the major preventative health recommendations now practiced by the medical community. Prior to the middle of the last century medical care was primarily episodic. Patients did not see their doctor until they were acutely ill. Now, the advances in medical knowledge of disease processes and the availability of improved diagnostic techniques and treatments have focused medical practice on the prevention of disease. In other words, before the occurrence of a heart attack, stroke, diabetes, and even cancer, there are detectable underlying disorders which, when discovered and treated early, can prevent life limiting disease. Four underlying disorders, namely, high blood pressure, abnormal blood lipids, elevated blood sugar and overweight are major risk factors for the chronic diseases. Five chronic diseases, namely, coronary artery disease, cancer, lung disease, stroke and diabetes are responsible for 80 per cent of deaths in the American population. This book presents a preventive care plan in seven steps designed to counter these risk factors and diseases, and extend both the length and quality of life. The seven steps are discussed as separate chapters: Exercise, Weight, Health Evaluation, Non-prescription Agents, A Medical Approach, A Surgical Approach and "Preventive-Preventive Care."

Doctors have learned that the chronic diseases associated with aging usually do not start in older age, but often are present by middle age and younger. Then, changes in lifestyle and early treatment to control the known risk factors and underlying disorders are most effective in extending both the length and quality of life. This book will provide pertinent medical information for the reader to embrace a "golden challenge" of preventive care to know and to fully enjoy the rewarding "golden years" ahead.

Through various techniques, from affirmation and support to encouraging expression and active listening, Eldercare discusses how important it is for society to look after and respect this often neglected segment of society.

Dr. Carole Cox, Professor at Fordham University says Eldercare "fills a noticeable gap in the literature related to volunteering." With 40 case examples to study, volunteers and caregivers have many real-life experiences to draw on to employ in their own work.

Where do you live? ...What did you do today... What do you need?

Daunting questions? Unfortunately for some, answers to such basic inquiries as these can sometimes lie just beyond easy reach. Welcome to My Silver Diary, a refreshingly simple and easy to use daily activity journal and personal contact manager developed especially for residents of nursing homes, personal care homes, and assisted living centers.

More than a daily diary and address book, My Silver Diary consists of simple page layouts designed to serve as memory aids by storing the kind of information considered so essential to the comfort, safety, and peace of mind of care facility residents and their families. It organizes vital data regarding family members, friends, and professional contacts; diet, allergies and medication; and personal preferences and interests all in a single bound volume.

My Silver Diary includes guides for chronicling daily experiences and prompts the writer to record brief notes about the weather, events in the news, and activities and thoughts for each day. These categories have been strategically selected to help bring special interest, meaning, and continuity to the passage of time and to highlight such important aspects of functioning as orientation, memory and communication.

Although My Silver Diary was originally designed for use in residential care facilities, its application need not be limited exclusively to these settings. Its large print and simple format may appeal to anyone wanting quick and easy access to their most important contacts and daily ponderings without having to turn on a computer.

My Silver Diary accommodates one full year of daily journal entries. It is spiral bound so it lays flat on your lap or table, and you can view a single week at a time. Notice that actual dates have not been printed so you can begin using your diary the day you receive it and make your entries as often as you like. It could be the perfect gift for yourself or for your friend or loved one living in a residential care setting. It will be used and treasured in many ways every single day of the year and beyond.