Description
With more people living longer lives, there is increased importance in the health care industry on improving services for the elderly. This comprehensive book gives an expert overview of the topics and challenges, along with imperative ethical and legal frameworks. The book also details existing programs and benefits in relation to a realistic portrayal of population needs. Other important issues are covered such as long-term palliative care and hospice, other vulnerable populations, elder abuse, public-private collaboration, evidence-based policy-making, and much more.
About the Author
Mary Beth Quaranta Morrissey is a Fellow of Fordham University's Global Healthcare Innovation Management Center and a health care attorney and aging and health researcher. Melissa Lang is the Chief Executive Officer at Gilda's Club Westchester. Barney Newman is Medical Director Emeritus for the WESTMED Medical Group, where he also served as the Chief Medical Officer.
Book Information
ISBN 9780367457488
Author Mary Beth Morrissey
Format Paperback
Page Count 262
Imprint CRC Press
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 453g
