"Elderly Journeys: Life in Old Age Homes" delves into the complex world of aging populations and the evolving concept of old age homes. This insightful book takes readers on a comprehensive journey through the various facets of old age homes, beginning with an exploration of their historical origins and societal context. It delves into the demographic shifts that have led to their proliferation and the economic and social factors underpinning this trend. With a focus on the decision-making process behind placing parents in old age homes, the book examines emotional, practical, cultural, and societal influences. It provides a critical analysis of the conditions within these homes, the challenges they face, and the impact on the psychological well-being of older adults. Drawing on personal stories and experiences, it offers a unique perspective on coping strategies and the importance of improving the quality of life in these settings. Furthermore, the book explores bridging the generation gap, community initiatives, and innovative approaches to senior care, offering future trends and policy recommendations for a more inclusive and compassionate society.

Navigating the Journey of Aging Parents proposes an entirely unique approach to the field of gerontology, giving dependent care receivers a voice. Caregivers will be made aware of what care receivers truly want during life's final chapters. Exploring issues of housing, spirituality, personal care and death, Cheryl Kuba has created a testament to the dependent elderly. This book draws on numerous interviews with aging people and discusses common caregiver mistakes and interpretations, what a caregiver should expect when an aging parent moves in, and how to care for an aging parent from afar. Kuba also delves into such phenomena as guilt, role reversal, changing family dynamics, financial stress, and caring for oneself while caring for another. The 22.4 million elderly people being cared for in the United States comprises the fastest growing segment of the population, making this reference on the opinions and concerns of care receivers invaluable.

The Journey of Life envisions growing up and growing old as a voyage down a river flowing inexorably to the sea. With this image of the human life cycle, the author explores the historical shoreline of later life, charting its cultural forms and sounding their depths. The result is both a cultural history of aging and a contribution to public dialogue about the meaning and significance of later life. The core of the book shows how central texts and images of Northern.

Supporting Older Persons on Their Aging Journey provides an emancipatory, holistic, patient-centred, and decolonizing approach to nursing practice for older persons and caregivers, focusing on their unique needs and experiences. Providing a general overview of aging and well-being, this text identifies trends in present nursing practice, discusses the future of an aging population, and seeks to create opportunities for individuals to live well with chronic conditions. With a focus on collaboration and context as the keys to providing quality care that promotes health, well-being, and safety, the chapters discuss prevention strategies for successfully navigating life transitions. The authors encourage learners to creatively and collaboratively consider opportunities to support older people, their families, and caregivers so they may thrive, flourish, maintain their dignity, and fully define their own quality of life as they navigate the challenges of aging and illness. This vital text is essential for nursing programs in universities and colleges within Canada, intended for courses on older persons, aging, or gerontological nursing.

A Journey Called Aging presents an insightful exploration of the years between the entry into older adulthood and death. This text examines the significant changes and major landmarks of older persons between 60 and 90. Grounded by a developmental framework based on empirical research, this book presents a new way of looking at older adulthood, describing the older adult years in intensely human terms through both anecdotes and research-based findings to engage the reader as both guide and traveler. Using a series of sequential stages as a framework, A Journey Called Aging discusses the experiences of older adults addressing the challenges and opportunities presented at each stage. This clear analysis can be used as a guide to help persons plan their own odyssey through the older years. Topics in A Journey Called Aging include: research and results of the study entering older adulthood the long stable stage of Extended Middle Age Early Transition Older Adult Lifestyle Later Transition the stable stage near the end of life the final transition A Journey Called Aging is crucial reading for professionals who work with older adults, including pastors, attorneys, facilities managers, and program directors; gerontology educators and students; and older adults themselves, their families, and those who care for and about them.

If your life seems like a struggle, you’re probably on the wrong road. If you desire to be happy and positive, then give up thinking the worst and look for the best in all things.

Bianchi's wide-ranging book draws together insights from the social sciences, the humanities, and religion to establish a holistic framework for a spirituality of aging. He argues that middle life and late adulthood present opportunities for turning inward for a deeper contemplative life within the context of active, worldly endeavors. This can also augur a reform of social relationships--beyond individual development alone--toward the creation of a more cooperative, just society. In this way, physical decline is countered by a spiritual ascent. He summons aging persons, fortified with universal values and concerns gained from age and experience, to return to the centers of decision making. Throughout, the author ponders such questions as personal power, identity, fear, freedom, contemplation, sexuality, the church, faith, suffering, and hope. In candid interviews, older religious leaders reflect on their early value formation, personal traumas, choice of careers, midlife transitions, experiences of old age, and the prospect of death. In dwelling mainly on human spiritual dilemmas of the aging cycle, Bianchi offers a strong, clear message of hope--one that stands against the tide of our culture which tends to shunt older people to the outer eddies of life's stream. Aging as a Spiritual Journey is immensely valuable to all laypersons and those in the helping professions who are concerned about the quality of the aging process.

Embark on a profound expedition towards self-realization and inner tranquility with "A Journey to Inner Peace and Enlightenment". This enlightening book navigates through 39 meticulously crafted chapters, each serving as a stepping stone towards spiritual awakening and personal growth. From laying the groundwork for spiritual enlightenment to unraveling the depths of mindfulness, resilience, and compassion, this transformative journey delves into the essence of true happiness, freedom, and gratitude. Explore the transformative power of positive relationships, self-compassion, and the art of forgiveness, while embracing change, uncertainty, and the beauty of simplicity. With wisdom drawn from various spiritual traditions and contemporary insights, this book offers a holistic guide to nurturing inner peace and embracing the spiritual path with grace and authenticity.

Nobody can write an autobiography of a person as it would not justify the feelings and sentiments. For this reason journalist and Editor Shri Ashwini Kumar Ji started writing his autobiography from 2019, which was published regularly on the front page of Punjab Kesari, Delhi. He wanted to complete the same at the earliest as he had been sick and the time was short. Due to his sudden death, quite a few write ups could not be published. Fighting the deadly disease cancer, he continued dictating from the bed in the hospital. The autobiography of Ashwini Kumar Ji is now being published in the form of a book so that his memories could be long lasting. During his period of editing, depicting his editorial prowess, he made Punjab Kesari newspaper the first choice of millions of readers. With his excellent writings, he communicated his ideas to millions of readers and as a result Punjab Kesari became the largest published newspaper in India. Not only did he encourage talent, he successfully included all issues in the newspaper. Politics, religion, literature, film, talent, nothing remained untouched. Hence this book is dedicated to all such readers who continued there association with his pen. This autobiography is the life and times of a truly patriotic man who uplifted the values of society. It's My Life by Ashwini Kumar: "It's My Life" by Ashwini Kumar is a personal narrative that offers insights into the author's life journey. The book provides readers with a glimpse into the experiences, challenges, and lessons that have shaped the author's life. Key Aspects of the Book "It's My Life": Personal Journey: Ashwini Kumar shares his personal journey, allowing readers to connect with his experiences. Life Lessons: The book imparts valuable life lessons and wisdom based on the author's experiences. Self-Reflection: "It's My Life" encourages self-reflection and contemplation on one's own life journey. Through "It's My Life," Ashwini Kumar invites readers to explore his personal narrative and the meaningful insights gained from his life experiences.

This important new volume discusses the role of emotion, resilience, and well-being in many contexts of human life, including home, school, and workplace. Leading researchers and academicians from around the world and from various fields—such as health, education, information and technology, military, and manufacturing—explore the theoretical and practical implications of many studies in this area. They present new concepts, models, and knowledge for practical applications that address challenges to well-being. The volume also considers the roles of several other influencing factors, such as emotional intelligence, performance, productivity, and employee’s health and happiness. The book’s editors state that, “At this juncture of human and technological development, when artificial intelligence and automation are slowly taking over the world, holding on to the study of emotions, well-being, and resilience has become imperative, as these influence sustainable performances and growth by individuals as well as organizations.”