doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.210pmid: N/A
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doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.211pmid: N/A
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doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.212pmid: 5071290
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doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.213pmid: N/A
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Kosberg, Jordan, I.;Tobin, Sheldon, S.
doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.214pmid: 5071291
Abstract The extent of treatment resources within the 214 nursing homes serving the elderly in the Metropolitan Chicago area was found to be highly associated with 36 independent organizational characteristics. To systematize these characteristics, the intercorrelation matrix of the 36 measures was submitted to a factor analysis and three factors generated: organizational, social service, and health service systems. These factors were correlated wifth the extent of resources, and the results have relevance for licensing and surveillance of nursing homes, as well as for social welfare policy for the ill aged who need such care. This content is only available as a PDF. Author notes 1 The authors gratefully acknowledge the cooperation of both the Welfare Council of Metropolitan Chicago and the Hospital Planning Council for Metropolitan Chicago in providing much of the data used in this report. © 1972 The Gerontological Society of America
Linn, Margaret, W.;Gurel,, Lee
doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.220pmid: 4341925
Abstract Two major factors associated wifth varying degress of favorable or unfavorable attitudes of families toward transfer of their relatives from hospitals to communify nursing homes were identified. Family opposition was related to the patient's estrangement and isolation from his family and community and also to less serious physical impairment and ability of the patient to get around by himself. Improved understanding of these associations could help alert hospital staff to families who will probably resist the intended placement and who might be helped through counseling to more positive views. This content is only available as a PDF. Author notes 1 An earlier version of this paper was read at the Gerontological Society meetings, Denver, Nov. I, 1968. © 1972 The Gerontological Society of America
Miller, Dulcy, B.;Brimigion,, Jeanne;Keller,, Dorothy;Woodruff,, Shirley
doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.225pmid: 5071292
Abstract Physician disinterest in the care of the chronically ill aged presents a continuing problem in the nursing home. To identify specific nurse-physician communication gaps, the nursing staff of 2 suburban nursing homes participated in a 3-mo. study of nurse-physician contacts. The results demonstrated generalized physician disinterest on the part of the covering physicians to care for the institutionalized aged in the absence of their colleagues and the difficulty experienced by physicians in developing definitive, aggressive care programs for elderly patients in nursing homes. Leaders in nursing and medical education are advised to direct their attention to the current gap in nurse-physician communication in nursing homes. This content is only available as a PDF. © 1972 The Gerontological Society of America
doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.230pmid: 5071293
Abstract This field experiment was designed to increase the social interaction of nursing home patients through a planned program of recreational therapy. The program was introduced in two different homes and continued for different time periods in these homes. A slight, temporary increase in social interaction was produced. Perhaps the most significant finding is the discovery of considerable hostility, mistrust, and overt conflict between patients. In addition to an analysis of the functional value of conflict in such a situation, more attention must be given to the ways in which therapy sessions may actually increase the level of interpatient conflict. This content is only available as a PDF. Author notes 1 The findings summarized in this paper are taken from “Social Isolation and Exchange in a Health Organization—A Field Experiment,” unpublished MA Thesis by Dean C. Jones, University of Washington, 1967. © 1972 The Gerontological Society of America
doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.235pmid: 5071294
Abstract Moosehaven, a retirement community sponsored by the Loyal Order of the Moose, was founded in 1922. This report, based upon a study of the historical record and upon extensive interviews, discusses three areas of operation in which Moosehaven has made important innovations it has expanded upon a special relationship between the sponsoring organization and the residents, experimented with self-government, and invented a unique redefinition of the role relationships between residents and staff. The experiences of Moosehaven might usefully be applied in other, similar settings. This content is only available as a PDF. Author notes 1 The author is especially indebted to Dr. Will A. Justiss, of Jacksonville, Fla. for his assistance in making available material and information on Moosehaven. © 1972 The Gerontological Society of America
Kosberg, Jordan, I.;Cohen, Stephen, Z.;Mendlovitz,, Al
doi: 10.1093/geront/12.3_Part_1.241pmid: 5071295
Abstract It was presumed that the attitudes of supervisory personnel in institutions can influence the altitudes of their subordinates. To learn of the attitudes and opinions of supervisory personnel in a home for the aged, as well as similarities and dissimilarities, a questionnaire was developed and administered to 26 supervisors representing different occupations, levels of training, and years of experience. Differences in attitudes were found to exist. Findings have implications for continued research in this area, staff training, and administrative knowledge. This content is only available as a PDF. Author notes 1 Paper presented at the 24th Annual Meeting of the Gerontological Society, Houston, Oct., 1971. © 1972 The Gerontological Society of America
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