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Schreter, Carol A.; Hudson, Nadine – Gerontologist, 1981
Describes an Elder Craftsman Shop, established by an urban senior citizens center, to provide aged artisans with a sales outlet for handmade goods. Analyzes program resources, pricing systems, and earning patterns of consignors to identify elements which differentiate this quasisocial service from competitive handicraft shops. (Author/JAC)
Descriptors: Business, Craft Workers, Economic Opportunities, Gerontology

Rappole, George H. – Educational Gerontology, 1981
Suggests that the older learner, in either formal or informal study programs, benefits by participation in small group guidance sessions that are based on the personal inventory procedure. Two programs of this type were used in credit and noncredit classes with success. (Author)
Descriptors: Adult Education, Counseling Techniques, Educational Gerontology, Group Guidance

Begala, John A. – Gerontologist, 1980
Ohio's initiative in geriatric education shows that the federal government need not be the initiator in charting new directions. Diversity of medical education and practice can be an asset. The Ohio model provides a replicable means of transition and holds great promise for other states. (Author)
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Delivery Systems, Educational Gerontology, Geriatrics
Mortenson, Lee E.; Berdes, Celia M. – 1980
This document, one in a series developed to provide technical assistance to 22 Long-Term Care Gerontology Centers, describes the current administrative and structural phenomenon of these centers. Precedents useful in assessing both the current climate and actual prospects for development of long term care centers are cited. The first section…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Community Centers, Gerontology, Governance

Rathbone-McCuan, Eloise; Hart, Vicki – Educational Gerontology, 1981
Describes and analyzes a pilot social work education program in the mental health of older women. It discusses developmental activities related to planning, implementation, and evaluation of the model. The preliminary outcomes of this five-year project may offer some guidelines and alternatives for training professionals. (Author)
Descriptors: Counselor Training, Curriculum Development, Educational Gerontology, Females

Schmall, Vicki L.; Staton, Maryanne – Educational Gerontology, 1981
Describes a short-term experiential project for gerontology students in minority/ethnic communities which can serve as a model for universities. Results indicate the project enhanced academic study and provided students a meaningful introduction to designing and implementing effective health and social service programs for minority/ ethnic…
Descriptors: American Indians, College Students, Cross Cultural Training, Cultural Education

John, Martha Tyler – Educational Gerontology, 1981
Presents skills for teaching the elderly subculture. Three specific problem areas are explored: (1) motivational strategies; (2) suggestions for dealing with the physical problems one may encounter in the learning situation; and (3) the practical factors involved in planning for and carrying out instruction. (Author/RC)
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Educational Gerontology, Educational Planning, Instructional Materials
Kane, Rosalie A.; Kane, Robert L. – 1980
This document, one in a series developed to provide technical assistance to 22 Long-Term Care Gerontology Centers, consists of two general sections. The first section is devoted to policy issues and themes related to long-term care delivery, including manpower and staffing patterns, coordination, regulation and quality control, teamwork, and…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Coordination, Delivery Systems, Gerontology
Kuykendall, Terrell J.; And Others – 1979
This book describes "Revitalize," an arts and aging program developed for the Fine Arts Council of Florida. The rationale behind the program, research involved in its structures, the evolution of ideas, the selection of the Neighborly Center, Inc. as a partner agency, the designation of sites for the program, the choice of artists, and the intent…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Art Activities, Art Therapy, Educational Gerontology