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  • 1a School of Social Work , New Mexico State University , Las Cruces , New Mexico , USA.

Journal of Gerontological Social Work
|April 15, 2017
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Silver Alert systems help find missing adults with dementia. Social workers are crucial for prevention, support, and education, ensuring ethical practices and protecting rights.

Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Social Work

Background:

  • The aging U.S. population is increasing dementia prevalence.
  • Wandering and becoming lost are significant risks for older adults with dementia.
  • Silver Alert systems aim to locate missing individuals with cognitive impairments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the role of social workers in Silver Alert programs.
  • To address the need for improved data collection in these programs.
  • To emphasize ethical considerations and civil rights protection for older adults.

Main Methods:

  • Policy review of existing Silver Alert systems.
  • Analysis of data collection practices.
  • Identification of social work roles in prevention, intervention, and education.
Keywords:
Alzheimer's DiseaseDementiaSilver Alertwandering

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Main Results:

  • Silver Alert programs are widespread but often have incomplete data.
  • Social workers can significantly contribute to program effectiveness.
  • Ethical concerns and civil rights require careful policy consideration.

Conclusions:

  • Enhanced social worker involvement can improve Silver Alert outcomes.
  • Standardized data collection is needed for program evaluation.
  • Policy development must prioritize the ethical treatment and rights of vulnerable older adults.