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Peer reviewedHughes, Susan L.; Williams, Barbara; Molina, Lourdes C.; Bayles, Constance; Bryant, Lucinda L.; Harris, Jeffrey R.; Hunter, Rebecca; Ivey, Susan; Watkins, Ken – Gerontologist, 2005
Purpose: Although increased participation in physical activity by older adults is a major public health goal, little is known about the supply and use of physical activity programs in the United States. Design and Methods: Seven academic centers in diverse geographic areas surveyed physical activity programs for older adults. Five sites conducted…
Descriptors: Public Health, Physical Activities, Health Promotion, Older Adults
Peer reviewedTeri, Linda; Huda, Piruz; Gibbons, Laura; Young, Heather; van Leynseele, June – Gerontologist, 2005
Purpose: This article describes, and provides data on, an innovative, comprehensive, dementia-specific training program designed to teach direct care staff in assisted living residences to improve care and reduce problems in residents with dementia. Design and Methods: STAR--which stands for Staff Training in Assisted living Residences- provides…
Descriptors: Dementia, Job Satisfaction, Disabilities, Health Facilities
