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Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults
Published on: February 2, 2020
Brief report #2: the caregiver ombudsman outreach program (co-op): lessons learned for engaging students and
Caroline Gelman1, Tracey Sokoloff, Noel Graziani
1a Silberman Center of Excellence in Aging and Diversity (SCEAD), Silberman School of Social Work , Hunter College, City University of New York , New York , New York , USA.
Abstract:
We discuss a program designed collaboratively by eight community-based agencies and a school of social work to serve ethnically-diverse caregivers of older adults in an under-resourced area of New York City. The program offered comprehensive assessments, referrals and information, and respite care to maximize use of existing resources and build a stronger web of support for caregivers. Social work and nursing students participated in all aspects of the project, including development, implementation, and evaluation. This level of involvement facilitates a deep understanding of the interconnections among practice, research, policy, and education, and fosters an interest in and commitment to working with older adults and their families.
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