Description
Book SynopsisThe book features an appendix detailing the research process involved in creating the profiles.
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Table of ContentsList of Contributors
Foreword, by Bill Thomas, M.D.
Preface
1. Introduction
2. Miss Helen at Valley Glen Home
3. Opal at Franciscan House
4. Karen at Huntington Inn
5. Mrs. Koehler at Middlebury Manor
6. Dr. Catherine at the Chesapeake
7. Mr. Sidney at Laurel Ridge
8. Everyday Life in Assisted Living
9. Aging in Places
10. Aging in Places
Appendix: Technical Description of the Research Project
Notes
References
Index
