EXCELLENCE IN GERIATRICS

Good Education...Good Practice...Good Policy

Edited by:Joan B. Wood, Ph.D.

Kimberly Spruill Smith

Virginia Geriatric Education Center

April, 1998

Interdisciplinary, Geriatrics and Allied Health Branch

Division of Associated, Dental and Public Health Professions

Bureau of Health Professions

Health Resources and Services Administration

U.S. Public Health Service

Department of Health and Human Services

5600 Fishers Lane, Room 8-103, Rockville, Maryland 20857

Telephone (301) 443-6687; Fax (301) 443-1164
Foreword

The Bureau of Health Professions of the Health Resources and Services Administration

(HRSA) has a mission to provide leadership to improve the training, distribution, utilization,

and quality of personnel required to staff the nation’s health care system. The Geriatric

Education Centers (GECs), which are funded by HRSA, have become recognized as a

national force in educating health educators and health professionals to provide appropriate

care to older adults in this country. Thus, the Interdisciplinary, Geriatrics and Allied Health

Branch receives frequent requests for educational materials developed by the GECs.

The Bureau is grateful for the assistance of Dr. Joan B. Wood and her staff of the Virginia

GEC for the compilation of this Resource Directory. The GECs are continually involved in the

development of educational programs and resources. The current collection represents

materials available to the public in the Spring of 1998. Individual GECs may be contacted for

more recent materials.

For the convenience of those seeking educational materials on a particular topic, the Directory

has been compiled by content area. IT has also been cross-indexed by GEC and by format.

The format categories are: written materials, electronic multimedia resources, and

presentation packages.

It is our hope that schools of health professions, community agencies, professional

associations, provider groups, and others interested in education/training materials in

geriatrics will benefit from the use of this Directory.

Susan M. Klein, HM, DNSc, RN

Geriatric Education Programs Director
Resources Developed by Geriatric Education Centers

(listed by the centers that produced them)

Alabama

University of Alabama at Birmingham Geriatric Education Center ............... 106

California

California Geriatric Education Center ..................................... 107

San Diego Geriatric Education Center ..................................... 109

Stanford Geriatric Education Center ...................................... 110

Colorado

Colorado Geriatric Education Center ...................................... 114

District of Columbia

Washington D.C. Area Geriatric Education Center ........................... 115

Florida

Miami Area Geriatric Education Center .................................... 116

University of Florida Geriatric Education Center ............................. 124

Hawaii

Pacific Islands Geriatric Education Center ................................. 125

Illinois

Illinois Geriatric Education Center Network ................................. 127

Iowa

Iowa Geriatric Education Center ......................................... 129

Kentucky

Ohio Valley Appalachia Regional Geriatric Education Center ................... 130

Massachusetts

Harvard Upper New England Geriatric Education Center ...................... 133

Michigan

Geriatric Education Center of Michigan .................................... 134

Minnesota

Minnesota Area Geriatric Education Center ................................. 135

Missouri

Missouri Gateway Geriatric Education Center ............................... 136

New Jersey

New Jersey Geriatric Education Center .................................... 137
New Mexico

New Mexico Geriatric Education Center ................................... 139

New York

Consortium of New York Geriatric Education Centers ........................ 140

Ohio

Western Reserve Geriatric Education Center ............................... 143

Oklahoma

Oklahoma Geriatric Education Center ..................................... 146

Oregon

Oregon Geriatric Education Center ....................................... 148

Pennsylvania

Geriatric Education Center of Pennsylvania ................................ 165

Rhode Island

Rhode Island Geriatric Education Center .................................. 166

Tennessee

Meharry Consortium Geriatric Education Center ............................. 167

Texas

South Texas Geriatric Education Center ................................... 171

Texas Consortium of Geriatric Education Centers ........................... 174

Virginia

Virginia Geriatric Education Center ....................................... 176

Washington

Northwest Geriatric Education Center ..................................... 178

Wisconsin

Wisconsin Geriatric Education Center .................................... 181
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Section II: Geriatric Education Centers

Alabama

University of Alabama at Birmingham Geriatric Education Center

CH-19, Suite 201

933 19th Street South

Birmingham, AL 35294-2041

(205) 934-4399

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Accessing Community-Based Resources 1991

2. Biology of Aging 1991

3. Cancer and the African American Elderly 1994

4. Cardiovascular Aspects of Aging 1991

5. Cardiovascular Disease in the African American Elderly 1994

6. Death and Dying 1991

7. Diabetes and the Older Adult 1994

8. Disruptive Behavior in the Nursing Home 1992

9. Drug Use in the Older Adult 1991

10. Epidemiology of Aging 1991

11. Ethno-Gerontological Issues 1991

12. Falls in the Elderly 1991

13. Federal Assistance for the Elderly 1991

14. Influenza Vaccine in the Elderly 1991

15. Health Promotion in the African American Elderly 1994

16. Incontinence in the Older Adult 1992

17. Legal and Ethical Issues in Aging 1991

18. Models and Theories of Aging 1991

19. Musculoskeletal Disorders 1991

20. Nutrition and the Older Adult 1991

21. Neuropsychiatric Problems: Affective Disorders 1991

22. Neuropsychiatric Problems: Alzheimer’s Disease 1991

23. Oral Health in the Elderly 1991

24. Prevention and Management of Pressure Sores in the Older Adult 1992

25. Psychology of Aging 1991

26. Religion, Health and Aging 1991

27. Sensory Loss Panel 1991
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28. Sexuality, Intimacy, and Aging 1991

29. Smoking Cessation/Substance Misuse in Older Adults 1991

30. Sociology of Aging 1991

31. Speech and Hearing Changes in Aging 1991

32. Teaching Families to Cope with Alzheimer’s Disease 1992

33. Vision Changes Associated with Aging 1991

All videos are one hour in length. For more information, please call (205) 934-4399.

California

California Geriatric Education Center

Department of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles

32-144 CHS

10833 Le Conte Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90095-1687

(310) 312-0531

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Internet

1. GeroNet (http://www.ph.ucla.edu/sph/geronet.html)

This is a resource bank on health and aging for educators in higher education. This

site includes a variety of materials that are useful to educators, including syllabi for

classes, publications and data from federal government, information on new

publications in the field, and listings of conferences and other faculty development

opportunities.

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Challenges in Geriatrics: Looking Beyond Physical Care 1996

CME Video Program that includes program workbook and set of six(6) video

cassettes. Continuing Medical Education Credit available for a three year period

(expires 1999).
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2. 14th Annual Intensive Course in Geriatric Medicine 1997

CME Video Program that includes course syllabus and set of thirteen (13) video

cassettes. Continuing Medical Education Credit available for a three year period

(expires 2000).

3. Just Say Ahhhhh - Oral Health for Today's Elders 1997

A ten minute educational video on the oral health needs of older adults for health

professionals and medical students.

Audiotapes Year Produced

1. 14th Annual Intensive Course in Geriatric Medicine 1997

Written Materials:

Course Syllabi Year Produced

1. Community-Based Geriatric Care: Innovations in Home 1997

and Residential Care

2. Faculty Development in Clinical Geriatric Assessment 1997

3. 14th Annual Intensive Course in Geriatric Medicine 1997

4. Geriatric Pharmacy Mini-Residency Program: Therapeutic 1996

Assessment and Implementation

5. Health and Aging Faculty Development: Exploring Cultural Diversity 1997

6. Hospice: Caring Through Change 1997

7. Improving the Quality of Care for Frail Elders: Special Issues 1997

in Residential Care Facilities

8. Preventive Care for the Elderly: Science, Practice and Policy 1997

9. Sleep Disorders in Older People 1997

10. Subacute Care Conference: Current Issues - Future Trends 1997

Other Written Materials: Year Produced

1. CGEC Pharmacy Bibliography 1997

A list of over 700 references by topic in Geriatric Medicine 

and Gerontology. This list is also available in the CGEC Website.

2. Recent Faculty Publications in Health and Aging 1997

This list is also available in the CGEC Website.
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3. Resource Guide in Geriatrics/Gerontology 1997

This guide provides listings of educational programs, 

research and clinical services available at UC Davis.

4. Speaker's Bureau List 1997

This list consists of over 300 names of local/regional health 

professionals who are experts in the field of geriatric medicine.

5. Use of Standardized Procedures to Improve Resident Care 1997

Facility training manual that includes program topics and teaching strategies for 

directors of nursing and educators in the skilled nursing facility.

Presentation Packages:

Title Year Produced

1. Geriatrics/Gerontology Research Conference

An eight hour biennial research conference to promote and support research in the

field of geriatrics/gerontology.

2. Geriatric Medicine Moves into the 21st Century: 1997

Community-Based Healthcare Strategies

A 21 hours program targeting primary care practitioners

San Diego Geriatric Education Center

University of California, San Diego

School of Medicine

Academic Geriatric Resource Center

200 West Arbor Drive

San Diego, CA 92103-8415

(619) 543-6275

Written Materials:

Monographs Year Produced

1. Contemporary Needs of Geriatric/Gerontological Nursing Education 1990

Judith Fullerton, Ph.D.; John Lantz, Ph.D. 30 pp.
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2. Physician Needs Assessment Forum 1990

J. Edward Jackson, M.D.; Joe W. Ramsdell, M.D.; Lee M. Vogel, M.D., 23 pp.

3. The Social Work/Communicative Disorders Needs Assessment Forum 1990

Mary Gwynne Schmidt, Ph.D.; Michael R. Seitz, Ph.D., 29 pp.

4. Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow - Moving Forward in 1990

Geriatric Pharmacology

David Adler, Pharm.D.; Marcie Lepkowsky, Pharm.D., 56 pp. 

Stanford Geriatric Education Center

Stanford University

703 Welch Road, Suite H-1

Stanford, CA 94305-0151

(415) 723-7063

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Geriatric Assessment: A Functionally Oriented 1991

Ethnically Sensitive Approach to the Older Patient

Eleanor Segal, MD, Producer. Videotape. A 20-minute discussion/ 

demonstration of the components of comprehensive functional geriatric 

assessment using a multiethnic context. Includes teaching guide with resource 

materials, $150

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Cohort Analysis as a Clinical and Educational Tool 1991

in Ethnogeriatrics: Historical Profiles of Chinese, Filipino, 

Mexican, and African American Elders

Gwen Yeo, PhD, and Nancy Hikoyeda, MPH. Conference presentation, June 

6-7,1991. SGEC Working Paper #12, $6
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2. Concepts of Eldercare and Ethnogeriatric Rehabilitation 1996

Lela Llorens, PhD, OTR, FAOTR

3. Controlling Your Frustration: A Class for Caregivers 1992

D. Gallagher-Thompson, J. Rose, M. Florsheim, P. Jacome, S. Del Maestro,

L. Peters, D. Arguello, C. Johnson, R.S. Moorehead, T.M. Polich, M. Chesney, 

L.W. Thompson, 1992. Teaching manuals available as a four volume set with

Leader and Participant Manuals in English and Spanish, $30

4. Demographics & Health Risks of Ethnic Minority Elders: 1996

A Curriculum Module Resource Packet 

Gwen Yeo, PhD 

5. Differential Assessment and Treatment of Mental Health 1994

Problems: African American, Latino, Filipino, and Chinese America Elders

Gwen Yeo, PhD. and Nancy Hikoyeda, MPH (Eds.). Conference presentation 

from "Ethnicity: Impact on Mental Health Care for Older Adults. SGEC Working 

Paper #13, $7

6. Eldercare in a Multicultural Society, a Model Course for Health 1996

Professions Students

Debra David, PhD

7. Ethnic Minority Elderly and Ethical Dilemmas: 1995

A Cultural Perspective

Celia J. Orona, PhD, 1995. SGEC Working Paper #15, $10

8. Ethnicity and Nursing Homes: Components of Culturally 1989

Sensitive Care

Gwen Yeo, PhD, 1989. SGEC Working Paper #9, $4

9. Ethnogeriatric Curriculum for Different Disciplines 1996

(1996 New Releases), Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition, Psychology, Rehabilitation, 

Social Work and General Health Professions (Please see Ethnogeriatric 

Curriculum List), $7-10 

10. Ethnogeriatric Module for Family Nurse Practitioner and 1996

Physician Assistant Programs

MaryEm Wallace, PhD, RN, FNP and Melen McBride, PhD, RN

11. Ethnogeriatric Nursing in the Context of Rehabilitative Care: 1996

Caring for the Emerging Minority
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Irene Daniels Lewis, RN, DNSc, FAAN and Melen McBride, RN, PhD

12. Ethnogeriatric Reviews: State of the Literature Summaries

a. Aging and Health: African American Elders 1996

Julee Richardson, PhD., Second Edition. 

SGEC Working Paper #4, $10

b. Aging and Health: American Indian/Alaska Native Elders 1994

Melvina McCabe, MD and Jose Cuellar, PhD. Second Edition. 

SGEC Working Paper #6, $10

c. Aging and Health: Asian and Pacific Islander American Elders 1996

Melen McBride, PhD, RN, Nancy Morioka-Douglas, MD, and Gwen Yeo,

PhD. , Second Edition. SGEC Working Paper #3, $10

d. Aging and Health: Hispanic American Elders 1993

Marie Luz Villa, MD, Jose Cuellar, PhD, Nona Gamel, MSW, and Gwen 

Yeo, PhD., Second Edition. SGEC Working Paper #5, $10

13. Ethnogeriatric Social Work: An Ecological Model for Practice 1996

Juliette S. Silva, PhD

14. Ethnogeriatrics: A Curriculum Module in Psychology 1996

Dolores Gallagher-Thompson, PhD (in progress).

15. Health Care for Ethnic Elders: Health Status, Communication, 1996

and Ethics: A Curriculum in Ethnogeriatrics for Physicians in Training

Terry Hill, MD.

*Accompanied by SGEC "Cohort Analysis as a Clinical and Educational Tool 

in Ethnogeriatrics: Historical Profiles of Chinese, Filipino, Mexican, and 

African Elders," Second Edition, 1996.

16. Introduction to Ethnogeriatric Nursing Care Principles: 1996

A Curriculum Module for Nurse Assistant, Vocational Nurse, 

and Associate Degree Nursing Programs

Ruth Madalena, RN, MA

17. Nutrition and Health of Ethnic Elders 1995

Norma Jean Downes, MA, RD. SGEC Working Paper #14, $10

18. Nutrition and Health of Ethnic Elders, Curriculum Guide, 1995

Course Outline and Instructor's Manual
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Norma Jean Downes, MA, RD. Recommended for use with "Nutrition and 

Health of Ethnic Elders", Norma Jean Downes, MA, RD. Working Paper # 14.

19. Proceedings of SGEC Conferences

a. Creative Coping with Caregiving: Clinical and Policy Issues 1989

February 2 & 3, 1989. Dolores Gallagher-Thompson, PhD, Marita 

Grudzen, MHS and MaryEm Wallace, PhD, RN, FNP (Eds). Twoday national conference featuring researchers, clinicians, and policy 

makers involved in caregiving. Ethnic variations highlighted. 

SGEC Working Paper #8, $6

b. Diabetes Among Elders: Ethnic Considerations 1989

November 2, 1989. Lela Llorens, PhD, Nancy Hikoyeda, MPH, and 

Gwen Yeo, PhD (Eds), One-day conference presenting overview and 

patterns of diabetes among specific populations and models and 

strategies for prevention and management programs. SGEC Working 

Paper #11, $6

c. Health Care for Elders: The Cultural Context 1988

September 22, 1988. Lela Llorens, PhD and Gwen Yeo, PhD (Eds).

One-day regional conference for geriatric educators and health care 

providers reviewing the clinical implications of ethnic differences among

elders. Roundtables focused on 13 different ethnic groups. 

SGEC Working Paper #7, $6

d. Traditional and Non-Traditional Medication Use 1989

Among Ethnic Elders

April 28, 1989. Nancy Hikoyeda, MPH and Marita Grudzen, MHS (Eds)

One-day conference exploring an overview of geriatrics and medications: 

folk beliefs, interviewing and assessment techniques, effective use, 

problems, and patient education. SGEC Working Paper #10, $6

Other Products:

1. Customized Search of Ethnogeriatric Bibliographic Data Base

Phone Merry Lee Eilers, Information Specialist, at (415) 725-4484, Minimum

Charge $15 

All orders must be prepaid. (Prices include tax and postage.)
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Colorado

Colorado Geriatric Education Center

University of Colorado

Health Sciences Center

Box A094, 4200 E. 9th Avenue

Denver, CO 80262

(303) 270-8974

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Conducting a Culturally Sensitive Interview 1993

This videotape features the internationally known Native American medical 

anthropologist Dr. Spero Manson. Dr. Manson has authored numerous articles and

publications related to the process for conducting individual-specific, and culturespecific health beliefs and practices so that the provider and the client can negotiate

an individualized plan of care. In this videotape, Dr. Manson role models the process

of conducting an ethnographic client centered interview with an older Native American

female with Diabetes. This videotape has been utilized in curricula of

undergraduate and professional educational programs as well as continuing education

workshops across the United States. 

2. What Makes Learning Powerful: Problem Based Learning 1993 

In the past few years, a lot of attention has been given to the need for adult 

learners to be active in the process of learning. One of the strategies that has been

associated with active learning is the Problem-Based style. In this video, Dr. Wilkerson

discusses advantages of this process. 

Audiotapes Year Produced

1. Cultural Aspects of Geriatric Care 1995 

This audiotape contains the content of a three hour continuing education 

workshop which includes discussions regarding the following: the continuum of 

cultural competence; key definitions and concepts; self awareness exercises, 

explanatory models of health and illness, a comparison of key cross-cultural 

aspects of health, illness and "folk remedies"; communications strategies; and 

several models for culturally competent interviewing techniques. 
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Written Materials:

Monographs in Process

Dr. Spero Manson, Professor, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, School of

Medicine, Director of the Native Elder Health Care Resource Center (NEHCRC) and the

National Center for American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Center and Ms.

Ernestine Kotthoff-Burrell, MS, RN, C, ANP, the NEHCRC Associate Director for

Education & Dissemination, Executive Director of the Colorado Geriatric Education

Center are developing four monographs on health problems in elder American Indians and

Alaska Natives. The topics to be covered include Diabetes, Depression, Cancer, and

Alcohol Abuse. These monographs will be complete by July, 1997.

District of Columbia

Washington D.C. Area Geriatric Education Center

George Washington University

2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Room 2B-425

Washington, DC 20037

(202) 994-6055

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Collaboration for Excellence in Geriatric Education: 1997

The WAGECC Story

Produced by Gentry Productions, Asheville, North Carolina. Depicts the strong

benefits of interdisciplinary geriatric education. Time: 19:39. $15

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Best Practices in Dementia Care March 1998

A compendium of descriptions of best practices that have been applied in 

institutional and home based settings in the greater Washington, D.C. area. The
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submissions were juried by a team of 8 experts in dementia care. $12

2. Faith and Aging: A Leadership Conference for Clergy 1997

A compendium that contains conference materials and published articles on 

Faith and Aging issues from a multi-faith perspective. $12

3. WAGECC Curriculum and Activities Guide 1997

Contains an overview of WAGECC curriculum, sponsored events and other 

activities. No cost.

Florida

Miami Area Geriatric Education Center

University of Miami

1400 N.W. 10th Avenue (M-865)

Dominion Tower, Suite 614

Miami, FL 33136

(305) 243-6270

Electronic Multimedia Resources: 

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Advances in Clinical Geriatrics and Psychopharmacology: 1993

From Research to Practice--A Multidisciplinary Conference 

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 13 hrs. Conference held on February 4-6, 1993 at the

Hyatt Regency, Miami, sponsored by the Miami Area Geriatric Education Center

(MAGEC) at the University of Miami School of Medicine, the Geriatric Research,

Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) at the Miami V.A. Medical Center, the

Wien Center for Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Disorders at Mt. Sinai Medical

Center of Greater Miami, the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, and

Horizons Mental Health Services, Inc.

2. Advances in Geriatrics VI: Format for Change--Data, 1994

Directives and Clinical Decision Making 

[VHS/Training Guide]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 15 hrs. Conference held on February

10-12, 1994 at the Sheraton Biscayne Bay Brikell Point/Miami 495 Brikell Avenue
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Miami, Florida 33131. Sponsored by the Miami Area Geriatric Education Center

(MAGEC) at the University of Miami School of Medicine, the Geriatric Research,

Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) at the Miami V.A. Medical Center/ Durham

Regional Medical Center, Barry University, Florida International University and

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

3. Advances in Geriatrics VII: Biopsychosocial Aspects of Aging 1995

[VHS/Training Guide]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 15 hrs. Conference held on March 

9-11, 1995 at the Sheraton Biscayne Bay Brickell Point, Miami, Florida. 

Sponsored by the Miami Area Geriatric Education Center (MAGEC) at the 

University of Miami School of Medicine, the Geriatric Research, Education

and Clinical Center (GRECC) at the Miami V.A. Medical Center, Durham 

Regional Medical Center, Barry University, Florida International University, and 

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University.

4. Advances in Geriatrics VIII: Managed Care's Impact on Geriatrics 1996

[VHS and Training Guide]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 18 hrs. (Advances in Geriatrics,

No. 8). Conference held on March 28-30, 1996 at the Sheraton Biscayne Bay

Brickell Point, Miami, Florida. Sponsored by the Miami Area Geriatric Education

Center (MAGEC) at the University of Miami School of Medicine, the University of

Miami School of Nursing, the Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center

(GRECC) at the Miami V.A. Medical Center, Barry University, Florida Agricultural

and Mechanical University, Florida International University, and Nova Southeastern

University. Major topics included (1) Managed Care Perspectives; (2) Clinical Care

Settings; (3) Geriatric Education in a Managed Care Environment; (4) Outcomes

Evaluation for Geriatrics in Managed Care; (5) Managed Care's Impact on

Professions; (6) Impact on the Cultural/Ethnic Elderly Population; (7) Impact on

Consumers; (8) Models of Team Approach; (9) Managed Care: Federal and State

Initiatives; (10) Ethics, Economics and Managed Care; (11) Ethics and Legal

Issues; and (12) Ethical Challenges for Practitioners.

5. Advances in Geriatrics IX: Controversies in Geriatric Care: 1997

Practice Guidelines and Outcomes

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 16 hrs. (V.1-8) This three-day conference was

sponsored by the University of Miami School of Medicine Miami Area Geriatric

Education Center, the Miami VA GRECC, Barry University, Florida International

University, Nova Southeastern University and Florida A&M University. It took place

on March 13-15, 1997 at the Biscayne Bay Marriott Hotel in Miami. The major

sessions were on the following topics: (1) Importance of Practice Guidelines and

Outcomes (Keynote Address); (2) Clinical Practice Guidelines for Cataracts,

Cancer Pain, Prostate Cancer, Depression, Pressure Ulcers, Post-Stroke

Rehabilitation, Incontinence, Smoking Cessation and Dementia; (3) Controversies

in Long Term Care: OBRA, Transitional Care in the Elderly; (4) Controversies in
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Outcomes: Quality vs. Quantity (Panel Discussion); (5) Veterans Administration

Models of Care and Performance Evaluation; and (6) "Old Age" meets "New Age":

Touch Therapy, Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Meditation/ Hypnosis (including

demonstrations on these complementary medicine techniques).

6. Certificate in Geriatric Training: Multidisciplinary Module 1991

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC; 1991. 4 1⁄2 hrs. This videotape contains part of the 

sessions of the MAGEC Certificate in Geriatric Training, held on September 

19-21 in Miami, FL. The topics contained in this tape are: (1) Understanding 

Emotional Reactions of Older Adults--Rita Gugel, Ph.D.; (2) Ethical Conflicts in

Caring for the Elderly--Patricia Barry, M.D.; (3) Age-Related Changes and Other

Common Health Problems Among the Elderly--Patricia Barry, M.D.; and (4)

Overview of Psychiatric Disorders in the Elderly--Vinod Kumar, M.D.

7. Certificate in Geriatric Training: Multidisciplinary Module 1993

[VHS]. Miami, FL.16 hrs. This series of videotapes contain the training sessions 

held on May 26-28, 1993 and sponsored by the Miami Area Geriatric Education

Center. The topics covered were: (1) Overview of Normal Aging; (2) Medicine; (3)

Nursing; (4) Nutrition; (5) Speech & Audiology; (6) Dental Medicine; (7) Podiatric

Medicine; (8) Physical Therapy; (9) Social Work; (10) Pharmacy; (11)

Confidentiality; (12) Ethnicity; (13) Interdisciplinary; (14) Case Presentation 

--Team Planning; (15) Development of Personal Action Plans; (16) Medicaid &

Medicare; (17) The Health and Mental Health Delivery Systems; (18) Social 

Support Systems; (19) Psychiatry; (20) Advance Directives, and related topics in 

geriatrics.

8. Certificate in Geriatric Training: Physical Therapy 1990

Discipline Module

[VHS ]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. [16 hrs.] Series of sessions during the Miami Area 

Geriatric Education Center Certificate in Geriatric Training Disciplinary Schedule

on Physical Therapy held from November 29, 1989 through January 24, 1990. 

Topics include: (1) Attitudes on Aging/Normal Aging Process; (2) Physical Therapy

Functional Assessment; (3) Exercise; (4) Programs for Well Elderly; (5) Nursing

Home Care; (6) Incontinence and Ulcers; (7) Cardiopulmonary aspects; (8) Home

Care; (9) Neurological Problems; (10) Orthopedic Problems; (11) Pain; (12)

Developing a Consultative Practice; and (13) Dealing with the Dying Patient and

Family.

9. Ethics and Legal Issues Affecting the Elderly 1993

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 2:15. Conference held on June 22, 1993 at the 

University of Miami School of Medicine, sponsored by MAGEC and VA GRECC. 
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Presentations included: (1) Principles of Medical Ethics--Kenneth Goodman, 

Ph.D.; (2) Recent Court Decisions and Legislation on Termination of Support 

and Advanced Directives--Marlene Pinsky, J.D.; (3) Artificially Supplied Nutrition 

& Hydration in Life-Prolonging Medical Treatment--Lisa Granville, M.D.; and (4) 

Patient Autonomy and the States Interest in the Preservation of Life-- Father 

Henry Minich, J.D. Questions from the audience and panel discussion followed 

the presentations.

10. 40-Hour Intensive Geriatric Training: Multidisciplinary Module 1993

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. This video set of 9 tapes contains three days of 

intensive training in geriatrics. The program was sponsored by the U.M. Miami Area

Geriatric Education Center (MAGEC), the Miami VA GRECC, and other educational

institutions. The sessions took place on September 20-23, 1993 at the University of

Miami Medical Campus.

11. 40-Hour Intensive Geriatric Training: Multidisciplinary Module 1994

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 40 hrs. This geriatric faculty development training 

program is designed to provide faculty in academic and clinical settings, and 

in-service trainers in healthcare institutions or organizations with training to deliver

efficient interdisciplinary team care to meet the health care needs of the elderly. 

Central to this goal is developing skills in teaching geriatrics to transfer that

knowledge to others in the health care field. This conference was sponsored by

the Miami

Area

Geriatric

Education

Center and

held at the 

University of

Miami School

of Medicine,

Miami,

Florida, on

May 23-25,

1994.

12. Functional Assessment of the Elderly: A Teleconference 1992

[VHS]. Miami, FL: University of Miami School of Medicine. [39 min.] This 

videotape is part of a teleconference that took place on September 30, 1992, in 

which Dr. David Loewenstein discusses the Direct Assessment of Functional 

Status (DAFS) instrument developed by him and his colleagues at the Memory 

Disorders Center at Mt. Sinai Medical Center. The tape contains an introduction

by Dr. Edwin Olsen, Professor of Psychiatry, University of Miami School of 
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Medicine, Associate Director, Miami VA GRECC and Director, MAGEC. He 

presents some statistical data on dementia. He introduces Dr. Loewenstein, who 

explains the importance of making an assessment of functional status for 

diagnosis of possible Alzheimer's Disease and other cognitive impairments; as well as

for answering important questions about living arrangements and activities of

daily living of older persons. Dr. Loewenstein explains how the scale was

developed and validated and then, with the help of his colleague, Dr. Nancy Berkowitz,

proceeds to demonstrate how the DAFS is administered.

13. Healthy People 2000: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention. 1993

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 3 hrs. Conference held in Miami, Florida, on March 

30, 1993, sponsored by the UM Miami Area Geriatric Education Center 

(MAGEC) and the VA Geriatric Research and Education Center (GRECC). Topics

included: (1) normal aging changes; (2) life style, health promotion and 

disease prevention issues common to older adults; (3) sources of data for 

effectively promoting health of older adults; and (4) development, 

implementation, and evaluation of health promotion programs for the elderly. 

Faculty included Michael Silverman, M.D., Carol Davis, Ed.D, Ph.T., Marianna

Baum, Ph.D., Sheila Hopkins, A.R.N.C.P., M.S.N., and Ann Lamet, A.R.N.P.,

M.S.N. The program was targeted for health-care professionals and administrators

with an interest in health promotion for elderly adults.

14. Intensive Geriatric Training: Multidiscipline Session V.1-2 1995

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 1 hr. 45 min. This videotape series contain the last 

session (Session V: Ethical Issues in Caring for the Elderly) of the MAGEC's 

Intensive Geriatric Training: Multidiscipline Session held on July 11-13, 1995 at 

Barry University, Miami, Florida. The topics covered were: (1) Decisions in the 

Absence of Advanced Directives--Ken Goodman, Ph.D. & Lisa Granville, M.D.; 

(2) Quality Improvement: Personal Action Plans--Beth Virnig, Ph.D. and (3) Ethical

Issues in Caring for the Elderly--Ken Goodman, Ph.D. 

15. Intensive Geriatric Training: Multidiscipline Session v.1-11 1996

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. This conference was held at Barry University, Miami 

Shores, Florida, on July 17-19, 1996, sponsored by the U.M. Miami Area Geriat

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panel

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case

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dental

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16. Mental Illness in the Elderly 1993

[VHS]. Miami, FL 2:45. Conference sponsored by MAGEC and GRECC, held on 

August 4, 1993, in Miami, Florida. Topics included: (1) The challenges in

geropsychiatric care for the 1990's and beyond: Carl Eisdorfer, M.D., Ph.D.; (2)

Dementia--patient and family management and prospects for the future: Carl

Eisdorfer, M.D., Ph.D.; (3) Neuropsychological testing and functional assessment in

dementia: David Lowenstein, Ph.D.; (4) Psychopharmacological and
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nonpsycho-pharmacological treatment of mental disorders: Vinod Kumar, M.D.

17. New Directions in Geriatric Education 1989

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. This is an informal "round table" discussion of ethical 

issues involved in a case presentation in which information has to be told to an ill 

patient. Issues such as how much information should be told to the patient and 

his family are presented and discussed by a panel consisting of Gail Mead, Dr.

Maria Ibarra, Dr. Chet Evans and Edith Einspruck. The tape was filmed in the 

Miami Area Geriatric Education Center on June 3, 1989.

18. Setting Limits: Ethical Issues of the Withdrawal of Treatment 1992

[VHS]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. 1 hr. 30 min. This is a videotape of a presentation 

held at the U.M. Sieron Building, Miami, FL, on January 17, 1992, on ethical issues

in the withdrawal of treatment. It was sponsored by the Miami VAMC GRECC, the

Miami Area Geriatric Education Center (MAGEC), and the Center on Adult

Development & Aging of the University of Miami School of Medicine. The speaker was

William A. Nelson, Ph.D., Director of the National Center for Clinical Ethics, VAMC,

White River Junction,

Vermont and Director,

Medical Humanities

Section, Dartmouth

Medical Center.

Audiotapes Year Produced

1. Certificate in Geriatric Training: Multidisciplinary Module 1989

[Audio cassettes]. Miami, FL: MAGEC. These Audio cassettes contain the 

sessions from the Miami Area Geriatric Education Center (MAGEC) Certificate in 

Geriatric Training held from September 18 through November 13, 1989 in Miami.

Written Materials:

Conference Syllabi: Year Produced

1. Assessing Ethical Issues in the Care of the Incapacitated Elderly: 1990

Gerontological Society of Florida Preconference Course--Course Syllabus

(Course sponsored by Barry University Department of Theology & Philosophy,

Florida International University Southeast Florida Center on Aging, and U.M.

MAGEC, held in Miami, Florida, on April 20). Miami, FL: MAGEC.
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2. Certificate in Geriatric Training--Conference Syllabus 1989-1993

( Fall 1989, Spring 1990, Spring & Fall 1991, Spring & Fall 1993). (Conference/ 

Training Sessions sponsored by the Miami Area Geriatric Education Center 

(MAGEC) held in Miami twice-a-year.) Miami: MAGEC. Continued by the 

40-Hour Intensive Geriatric Training and the Intensive Geriatric Training. 

3. Certificate in Geriatric Training: Dental Medicine Module--Syllabus 1991

(Discipline-specific training sponsored by MAGEC, held at the Miami VAMC, 

Nursing Home Conference Room, Miami, FL, on October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 &

November 6). Miami: MAGEC.

4. Certificate in Geriatric Training: Psychology Module--Syllabus 1991

(Discipline-specific training sponsored by MAGEC, held at the U.M. Sieron 

Building, Miami, FL, on November 22 & 23). Miami: MAGEC.

5. Dementia: Current Research and Clinical Aspects-- 1989

Conference Syllabus

Conference sponsored by the University of Miami School of Medicine Miami 

Area Geriatric Education Center (MAGEC), held in Miami, FL, on Feb 24-25. 

6. Dementia, Depression, Panic, Anxiety: 1992

Practical Application of Current Research--Conference Syllabus. 

(Conference sponsored by the U.M. Miami Area Geriatric Education Center, the 

Mt. Sinai Wien Center for Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders, the U.M. 

Memory Disorders Center, the Miami VA GRECC, and the Birmingham Regional 

Medical Education Center V.A. held at the Omni International Hotel in Miami, FL 

on February 7-8). Miami, FL: MAGEC. 

7. Dysphagia Team Intervention: Evaluation 1992

Through Outcome--Conference Syllabus

(Conference sponsored by the GRECC, the Miami VAMC, MAGEC, the U.M.

Center for Adult Development & Aging, Birmingham RMEC, VA, Florida Language

Speech and Hearing Association, held at the Hyatt Regency, Miami, FL, on May

18-20). Miami: GRECC.

8. Ethical Conflicts in Dementia: Research, Rights, 1991

Rationing--Conference Syllabus

(Conference sponsored by the University of Miami School of Medicine Miami Area

Geriatric Education Center (MAGEC), Department of Psychiatry, UM Memory

Disorders Center, UM School of Medicine and the Wien Center for Alzheimer's

Disease and Memory Disorders, Mt. Sinai Medical Center of Greater Miami, held

in Key Biscayne, FL, February 22-23). Miami, FL: MAGEC.
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9. 40-Hour Intensive Geriatric Training: 1994

Multidisciplinary--Conference Syllabus

(Conference/Training sponsored by MAGEC and other educational institutions, held

in Miami in May 23-25). Miami, FL: MAGEC. 

10. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention 1991

for the Elderly: The Role of the Healthcare Professional in 

Maintaining a Healthful Lifestyle--Conference Syllabus

(Conference sponsored by the U.M. Miami Area Geriatric Education Center

(MAGEC) held in Marathon, Florida, on May 24). Miami, FL: MAGEC. 

11. Intensive Geriatric Training: Long-Term Care 1994

Administration Discipline Session--Module Syllabus

(Discipline-specific training sponsored by MAGEC, held at the U.M. Sieron

Building, Miami, FL, on September 21, 22, & 28). Miami: MAGEC.

12. Intensive Geriatric Training: Multidiscipline 1994

Session--Conference Syllabus

(Conference sponsored by MAGEC, held at the Sheraton Design Center Hotel,

Dania, FL, on August 29-31). Miami: MAGEC.

13. Intensive Geriatric Training: Multidiscipline 1996

Session--Conference Syllabus

(Conference sponsored by MAGEC, GRECC, Barry University, Nova Southeastern

University, Florida International University, Florida A&M University and the Dade

County AHEC Program, held at Barry University, Miami Shores, FL, on July 17-19). 

Miami: MAGEC.

14. Intensive Geriatric Training: Nursing Module--Syllabus 1995

(Discipline-specific training sponsored by MAGEC, held at the Susana Wesley 

Health Center, Hialeah, FL, on September 18, 19, & 20). Miami: MAGEC.

15. Intensive Geriatric Training: Psychology 1995

Discipline Module--Syllabus

(Discipline-specific training sponsored by MAGEC, held at the U.M. Sieron

Building, Miami, FL, on August 17, 18, & 19). Miami: MAGEC.

16. Keys to Clinical Management of the Cognitively Impaired 1990

Elderly--Conference Syllabus 

(Conference sponsored by the U.M. Miami Area Geriatric Education Center

(MAGEC), held in Key West, FL, on June 1st). Miami, FL: MAGEC. 

 
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17. The Many Faces of Dementia: An Updated 1990

Report--Conference Syllabus

(Conference sponsored by the U.M. Miami Area Geriatric Education Center 

(MAGEC) and the Mt. Sinai Wien Center for Alzheimer's Disease & Related 

Disorders, held in the Hotel Inter-Continental, Miami, FL on February 23-24). 

Other Written Materials: Title

1. Audiovisual Resources of the Miami Area Geriatric Education 1996

Center: Annotated List by Subject

Miami, FL: MAGEC. 

2. Books in the MAGEC's Resource Center: Subject Listing 1996

Miami, FL: MAGEC.

3. Training and Educational Resources in Geriatrics 1989

Miami, FL: MAGEC.

University of Florida Geriatric Education Center

PO Box 100277, JHMHC

Gainesville, FL 32610-0277

(904) 395-0274

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Audiotapes Year Produced

1. Creativity in Aging 1989

2. Falls in the Elderly 1995

George J. Caranasos, MD

3. Function Assessment of Elders 1994-95

Rosalee Miller, PhD

4. Hearing Impaired 1994-95
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Alice Holmes, PhD

5. Immunizations 1994-95

Mary P. Harward, MD

6. Medication 1994-95

Jeffrey Delafutente

7. Oral Health 1994-95

Teresa Dolan, DDS & Roberta Diehl, DDS

8. Preventing Cancer 1994-95

John R. Meuleman, MD

9. Urinary Incontinence 1994-95

Kathleen Freudenberg, ARNP

Hawaii

Pacific Islands Geriatric Education Center

University of Hawaii

347 N. Kuakini Street, HPM-9

Honolulu, HI 96817

(808) 523-8461

Written Materials:

1. Mental Health and Mental Disorders in the Older Adult

12 Week course titled Mental Health and Mental Disorders in the Older Adult 

was developed for physicians, nurses, counselors, social workers, psychologists, 

rehabilitation therapists and other health professionals working with older people.

The goals and objectives of the course are:
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• to improve the health care of the older adult by strengthening 

training in the area of evaluation & management of patients with 

cognitive changes and mental illness

• learn to recognize the symptoms & behaviors associated with 

cognitive impairment and mental illness in the elderly

• learn ways to work more effectively with these difficult clients

2. Nursing Home Training. “Health Assessment of the Older Adult” 

Text used for training:

- Health Assessment Framework for Nurses

- Physical Assessment of Body Systems (separate sessions)

* Integumentary system

* Cardiovascular system

* Respiratory system

* Gastrointestinal system

* Nervous system

* Urinary system

*Musculo-skeletal system/feet

- Functional and Mental Status Assessment

- Social and Sexual Functioning Assessment

- Nutritional Assessment

Additional topics included in training:

-Venipuncture and IV’s

-Enteral Nutrition and Gastrostomy Care

-Falls/Metabolic Bone Disease

-Wound Assessment

-Behavioral Management

-Medical Emergencies

-Drug Interactions

-Respiratory Therapy in LTC
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Illinois

Illinois Geriatric Education Center Network

University of Illinois at Chicago

College of Associated Health Professions

438 IIDD-MC 626

1640 West Roosevelt Road

Chicago, IL 60608-6904

(312) 413-1520

Products Developed at the Illinois Geriatric Education Center in Collaboration with the

Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Aging with Mental Retardation

Institute on Disability and Human Development 

The University of Illinois at Chicago

Written Materials:

Booklets Year Produced

1. Aging with Developmental Disabilities: An Information Packet on 1997

Understanding Age-Related Changes and Supporting Successful Aging

Rehabilitation Research & Training Center on Aging with Mental Retardation. 

Chicago, IL: Factor, A. Provides a basic understanding of age-related changes and

their implications for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. DT

Booklet, PN H133B30069

2. Getting involved in Research and Training Projects: 1995

A Guide for Persons with Disabilities

AU Rehabilitation Research & Training Center on Aging with Mental Retardation,

Chicago, IL: Heller, T., Miller, A., Nelis, T., & Pederson, E. Teaches persons with

disabilities how to get meaningfully involved in research and training activities.

Booklet, PN H133B30069

Conference Proceedings Year Produced

1. International Roundtable on Aging and Intellectual 1997

Disabilities Conference Proceedings of the International Association 

for the Scientific Study of Intellectual Disability

Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Aging with Mental Retardation,
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Chicago, IL: Suttie, J & Heller, T. A compilation of abstracts and transcripts from

sessions on health care needs and practices in family caregiving over the lifespan,

and social policies for long-term supports. PN H133B30069

Curricula Year Produced

1. Making Choices As We Age: A Peer Training Program 1996

Heller,T., Preston, L., Nelis, T., Brown, A., & Pederson, E. Chicago, Illinois: Rehab

ilitatio

n

Resea

rch &

Trainin

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Center

on

Aging

with

Mental

Retard

ation,

Univer

sity of

Illinois

at

Chica

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trainin

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disabil

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teach

other

adults

with

mental

retard

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PN

H133

B3006

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2. Opening all the Doors Under the ADA: Making 1997

Your Programs Accessible to Older Adults with Cognitive Disabilities

Jones, R., & Factor, A. , Chicago,, Illinois: Rehabilitation Research & Training 

Center on Aging with Mental Retardation, University of Illinois at Chicago.

Provides programs serving older adults with insights on how they can adapt their 

activities for individuals with mental retardation, psychiatric illness, and 

Alzheimer’s disease/dementia. PN H133B30069 

3. Person-Centered Planning for Later Life: 1993

A Curriculum for Adults with Mental Retardation

Sutton, E., Heller, T., Sterns, H.L., Factor, A., & Miklos, S., Chicago, Illinois: 

Rehabilitation Research & Training Center on Aging with Mental Retardation, 

University of Illinois at Chicago. Is a research-based curriculum which enables adults

with mental retardation to actively plan for their later years by teaching aging

concepts and choice making skills. PN H133B30069

Fact Sheets Year Produced

1. Older Adults With Mental Retardation/ 1996

Developmental Disabilities and Their Aging Family Caregivers

Heller, T., & Factor, A. ,Chicago, IL: Rehabilitation Research & Training Center on

Aging with Mental Retardation. Provides an overview of demographics, agerelated changes, service and support needs for older adults and their families, and

new service models and resources. PN H133B30069 

Technical Reports Year Produced
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1. The Illinois Home-Based Support Services Program 1995

Evaluation Report 

Heller, T., Ruch-Ross, H., & Kopnick, N.M. , Chicago,IL: Rehabilitation Research &

Training Center on Aging with Mental Retardation, the University of Illinois at

Chicago. Is an evaluation of a four year study of a state-wide family support cash

subsidy program for adults with developmental disabilities or mental illness. PN

H133B30069 

2. Innovative Internetwork Service Models Serving Older Adults 1996

with Developmental Disabilities and Older Family Caregivers: Final Report 

Factor, A. , Chicago, IL: Rehabilitation Research & Training Center on Aging with

Mental Retardation, Institute on Disability and Human Development, University of

Illinois at Chicago. Discusses the process and outcomes of building community

coalition to improve local services to older people with developmental disabilities

and their families. PN H133B30069 

Iowa

Iowa Geriatric Education Center

Center on Aging, 300 CAMB

University of Iowa Hospitals

Iowa City, IA 52242

(319) 353-5756

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. University of Iowa Geriatric Summer Workshop Syllabus 1997

Produced for an annual interdisciplinary one-week intensive workshop for health

care providers and educators. Aging Studies Program of the Iowa Geriatric

Education Center.

Kentucky
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Ohio Valley Appalachia Geriatric Education Center

University of Kentucky

Ligon House

658 South Limestone Street

Lexington, KY 40506-0442

(606) 257-8314

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Title Year Produced

1. LifeSpan Interdisciplinary Education Program with the University 1995

of Louisville 

The video provides an overview of the LifeSpan program, a detailed look at patient

assessment, and interviews with faculty preceptors and students involved in an

interdisciplinary educational experience.

2. Volunteer Respite Caregivers 1996 

This video depicts how being a volunteer respite provider benefits both the

volunteer and the family caregiver. It demonstrates common problems the volunteer

is likely to confront in the caregiving situation, and identifies community resources

that are available to help in these situations. The video is useful for training

volunteer respite workers who are matched with family caregivers of persons with

dementia.

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Interdisciplinary Core Module in Geriatrics/Gerontologic Health Care 1987

Six one-hour lesson plans complete with masters for audiovisual aids and

references. Topics include an Introduction to Geriatrics, Biological Aspects,

Psychological Aspects, Social Aspects, Common Disorders/Health Maintenance,

Pharmacokinetics, and Health Promotion.

2. OVAR/GEC Aging Grants/Research Resources Notebook 1988 

Information is provided on selected private and federal funding sources; pointers

are offered for proposal development, and sample application forms and

instructions for completing them are included. 

3. OVAR/GEC Alzheimer’s Disease Patient Assessment. 1993 
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Dr. William R. Markesbery, Director of the University of Kentucky’s Alzheimer’s

Disease Research Center and Co-Director for the OVAR/GEC, conducts an

abbreviated physical and mental status assessment with a patient in the early

stages of Alzheimer’s disease.

4. OVAR/GEC Directory of CE/CME Geriatric Courses 1988 

This Directory provides standardized CE/CME Course Profiles for geriatric/

gerontologic courses provided throughout the five OVAR/GEC consortium

institutions.

5. OVAR/GEC Model Curriculum Series- The Game Institutional 1989

Long Term Care: Problem Based Learning

This problem-based simulation game focuses on developing an understanding of

the multidisciplinary team concept, the stages of team development, and team

utilization with other clients.

6. OVAR/GEC Model Curriculum Series-Humanities and Ethics 1989

in Geriatric Education 

This model curriculum provides faculty with a better understanding of how to use

humanities in geriatric education to set a mood, introduce a topic, link images and

learning, provide content, explore feelings, and present aging content.

7. OVAR/GEC Model Curriculum Series-The Multidisciplinary 1989

Team: A Model for Geriatric Education

This model curriculum increases the knowledge and skills of participants in utilizing

multidisciplinary teams in a variety of settings to education students, faculty,

providers and/or consumers in issues related to the elderly. A case study and

videotape are utilized.

8. OVAR/GEC Model Curriculum Series-Oral Health and 1989

Medication Issues in Geriatric Education

This model curriculum enables health care providers who teach students to

recognize oral health problems and potential pharmacological problems and make

appropriate referrals. Case studies are used to demonstrate the interrelatedness

of oral health and pharmacy issues.

9. OVAR/GEC 1988 Summer Geriatric Institute Proceedings 1989 

This publication contains papers presented during the 1988 OVAR/GEC annual

faculty development institute. The focus was on “Developing Leadership in

Geriatric Education.” Topics in geriatrics included communication; applied

research; interdisciplinary teams; clinical opportunities; geriatric curricula

development; and faculty developments in geriatric education.
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10. OVAR/GEC 1989 Summer Geriatric Institute Proceedings 1989

This publication contains papers presented during the 1989 OVAR/GEC annual

faculty development institute. The focus was on “Developing Leadership in

Geriatric Education”. Topics in geriatrics included, exercise, nutrition, geriatric

nursing, interdisciplinary geriatric education, research studies, innovative

approaches, and faculty development models.

11. OVAR/GEC 1990 Summer Geriatric Institute Proceedings 1990

This publications contain papers presented during the 1990 OVAR/GEC annual

faculty development institute. The focus was on “Developing Leadership in

Geriatric Education”. Topics in geriatrics included, research studies in aging,

innovative approaches in geriatric education, faculty development models, and the

publication process.

12. OVAR/GEC Revised Game of Long Term 1993 

This role play game focuses on improving negotiation and cooperative skills, and is

a model for running role plays as an instructional methodology.

13. OVAR/GEC Speakers Directory 1987 

This is a Directory of faculty with expertise in the field of aging, who are available to

provide professional presentations.

14. OVAR/GEC Summary Report of Nine-Prototypical 1986

Geriatric Dental Programs 

This report summarizes the programs, problems and successes and curriculum

recommendations of the geriatric dentistry programs at Boston University, Harvard,

Tufts University, University of Colorado, University of Florida, University of Iowa,

University of Mississippi, UCLA and Columbia University.

15. OVAR/GEC Survey of Selected Geriatric Pharmacy Programs: 1987

Internal Report 

A survey of 12 U.S. pharmacy programs with curricular programs in geriatric

pharmacy. Significant aspects of surveyed programs are identified and a set of

tables comparing the programs is appended.
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Massachusetts

Harvard Upper New England Geriatric Education Center

Division on Aging

Harvard Medical School

643 Huntington Avenue

Boston, MA 02115

(617) 432-2620

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Audiotapes Year Produced

1. Dementia: An Audiotape for Latino Caregivers 1997

H Reynoso. An audiotape that records, in Spanish, four sessions educating 

Latino caregivers about the diagnosis, treatment, course, and service options.

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Delirium Educational Module 1994

S Levkoff, K Morency, L Lipsitz, Four-hour workshop for nurses on differential 

diagnosis and treatment, including case studies and hard copies for slides; 

photocopies

2. Geriatric Care and Training Needs at Community Health Centers: 

Findings from Massachusetts and Michigan Surveys

PF Weitzman, JA Papsidero, JD Yonker, EE Black, D Lindeman, S Levkoff

Under review for publication, by Gerontology and Geriatrics Education

3. Geriatric Medicine Syllabus 1998

Division on Aging, Harvard Medical School, (1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 

1997, 1998); photocopies. Containing lecture outlines, key articles, references, 

and review questions for four day geriatric medicine course
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Michigan

Geriatric Education Center of Michigan

Michigan State University

B215 West Fee Hall

East Lansing, MI 48824-1316

(517) 353-7828

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Ethical and Legal Issues in Care of the Elderly 1988

Proceedings of a Conference at MichiganState University, Geriatric Education 

Center of Michigan

2. Interdisciplinary Training of Primary Care Geriatric Teams 1998

Course syllabus, Geriatric Education Center of Michigan, Michigan State University. 

9 modules:

I. Understanding the Purpose and Usefulness of Continuous Quality 

Improvement

II. Normal Aging and Functional Status

III. Multidimensional Assessment of the Older Adult in Primary Care

IV. Clinical Problems, Risks, and Iatrogenesis

V. Ethical Issues in Geriatrics

VI. Interdisciplinary Geriatrics

 VII. Mental Health Issues in Geriatrics

VIII. An Approach to Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment in a 

Community Health Center

IX. Financing Geriatric Services: Managed Care and Continuing Long 

Term Care 

3. Managing the Care--Keeping the Quality 1997

Program Manual, 11th Annual Symposium on Geriatric Medicine, GEC of Michigan,

MSU Colleges of Human Medicine, Nursing, and Osteopathic Medicine, Sparrow

Health System, Michigan State University, Dec. 12, 1997

4. Understanding Difficult Behaviors: Some Practical 1989

Suggestions for Coping with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Illnesses
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Geriatric Education Center of Michigan, Michigan State University

Minnesota

Minnesota Area Geriatric Education Center

University of Minnesota

Box 197 Mayo

420 Delaware Street, S.E.

Minneapolis, MN 55455

(612) 626-3886

Presentation Packages:

Title Year Produced

1. Group Presentation Guidelines 1996

For use with the 13-part video series Growing Old in a New Age (produced by 

the Center on Aging at University of Hawaii for the Annenberg/CPB Project). 

Includes learning objectives, pre-test & post-test, discussion points, and exercise 

for each videotape. Designed especially for direct service providers for the elderly

such as nursing assistants, home health aides, dining coordinators, volunteer

coordinators, and activity directors. 

2. Managed Care Training Module 1995

Small group learning package (taking 2-3 hours to complete) for those whose 

work involves care or service to older persons. Includes facilitator instructions, 

pre-test/post-test, exercises using case scenarios, and background information. 
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Missouri

Missouri Gateway Geriatric Education Center

St. Louis University

School of Medicine

1402 S. Grand Boulevard, Room M238

 St. Louis, MO 63104

(314) 577-8462

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library

1. Eden Alternatives, $40/copy

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Aging, Immunity, and Infection 1992

edited by DC Powers & RM Coe (Springer Publishing Co., New York, NY)

2. Aging, Musculoskeletal Disorders and Care of the Elderly 1991

edited by HJ Armbrecht & RM Coe (Springer Publishing Co., New York, NY)

3. Alcoholism and Aging: Advance in Research 1982

edited by W.G. Wood and M.F. Elias (DRC Press, Inc., Boca Raton, FL)

4. Cancer and Aging: Progress in Research and Treatment 1987

edited by TV Zenser, and RM Coe (Springer Publishing Co., New York, NY)

5. Central Nervous System Disorders of Aging 1986

edited by R Strong, WG Wood, and WJ Burke (Raven Press, New York, NY)

6. Endocrine Function and Aging 1988

edited by HJ Armbrecht, RM Coe, and N Wongsurawat (Springer Publishing 

Company, New York, NY)

7. Geriatric Clinical Pharmacology 1985

edited by WG Wood and R Strong (Raven Press, New York, NY)
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8. Geropady

An interactive aging game for multiple professionals, $25

9. Homeostatic Function and Aging 1984

edited by BB Davis and WG Wood (Raven Press, New York, NY)

10. Memory Dysfunction in Aging and Age-Related Disorders 1990

edited by JE Morley, RM Coe (Springer Publishing Company, New York, NY) 

11. Nutritional Intervention in the Aging Process 1983

edited by H.J. Armbrecht, J.M. Prendergast, and RM Coe (Springer-Verlag, 

New York, NY)

12. Prospective Payment Systems and Care of the Elderly 1989

edited by JC Romeis and RM Coe (Springer Publishing Co., New York, NY)

13. Safe & Sound

A manual for caregivers on how to prevent and treat falls in the elderly, $20

New Jersey

New Jersey Geriatric Education Center

University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey

School of Osteopathic Medicine

42 East Laurel Road, Suite 3200

Stratford, NJ 08084-1504

(609) 566-7141

Electronic Multimedia Resources: 

Title Year Produced

1. Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CD-ROM) 1997

An interactive case-based presentation of an interdisciplinary comprehensive

assessment in an elderly patient. Due to be released Fall of 1997.
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Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Intensive Interdisciplinary Training Curriculum in 1996

Geriatrics and Gerontology

A two-volume set of curriculum outlines and handouts for training health care

professionals of multiple disciplines about key content in geriatrics. Designed as

an 11-day course, the content includes medical, psychosocial, ethical, and health

policy issues in aging and emphasizes the value of multiple disciplines in providing

comprehensive, quality care to the elderly. 

2. Long Term Care Training Manuals 1996

A three volume set of train-the-trainer curriculum manuals designed to meet the 

training needs of health care providers in the long term care setting. Each 

manual includes detailed lesson plans, curriculum outlines, overhead 

transparencies and references. The set includes: Volume 1 - Tuning Into Aging; 

Volume 2 - Balancing Right and Responsibilities; Volume 3 - Dementia and Psychiatric

Disorders.

3. Volunteer Advocate Training Program. 1995

A certification program for volunteers trained to work with the New Jersey Office 

of the Ombudsman for the Institutionalized Elderly and serve as advocates for 

nursing home residents. This three volume series includes a Training Manual, a 

Reading Manual, and a Trainers Manual and is available through the New Jersey 

Department of Health and Senior Services. 

Presentation Packages:

Title Year Produced

1. Gerontological Nurse Certification Course. 1997

The 2-day program is designed as a review course to prepare nurses for a 

certification exam in gerontological nursing. The content encompasses normal aging,

common clinical problems, health policy, ethnicity, advocacy and ethical issues. 

Production date: 1995; updated 1997.
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New Mexico

New Mexico Geriatric Education Center

University of New Mexico

Center for Aging

Research Education and Service

1836 Lomas Blvd., NE

Albuquerque, NM 87131-6086

(505) 277-0911

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. American Indian Elders Discuss Their Health Care: 1997

A Series of Interviews

New Mexico Geriatric Education Center. 20 minute videotape. In preparation 

September 1997. 

2. Interdisciplinary Team Approaches to American Indian 1997

Health Care

New Mexico Geriatric Education Center. 20 minute videotape. In preparation 

September 1997.

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Health Care for American Indian Elders: Four Case Studies 1997

New Mexico Geriatric Education Center, In preparation, September 1997.

2. Indian Elder Caregiver

Newsletter of the New Mexico Geriatric Education Center. Published bi-monthly

3. Long Term Care

Robert D. Lindeman, M.D.

4. Mental Health

Christine Marlow, Ph.D., and Shirley Hall, Ph.D.
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5. Normal Aging

Chiyo Furukawa, R.N., Ph.D.; and Dianna Shomaker, R.N., Ph.D.

6. Polypharmacy

Ernest J. Dole, Pharm.D.; Joseph H. Hubbard, Pharm. D.; & Melvina McCabe, 

M.D.

New York

Consortium of New York Geriatric Education Centers

NYU Division of Nursing

50 W. 4th Street, 429 Shimkin Hall

New York, NY 10012

(212) 998-5618

The following resources were developed by Columbia University Geriatric Education

Center, Stroud Center for Geriatrics & Gerontology, 100 Haven Avenue, 3-30,

New York, NY 10032, (212) 781-0600

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. The Biology of Aging 1997

lecture by Dr. Michael Friedman, Belfer Professor of Geriatric Medicine, NYU 

Medical Center. Includes: Demographics of Aging, Nutrition, Well Being & 

Health, Biology & Aging.

2. Geriatric Assessment 1997

lecture by Dr. Patricia A. Bloom, Associate Director, Dept. Of Medicine, Chief, 

Division of Geriatric Medicine, St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Medical Center. Includes: 

Medical Assessment of Illness, Polypharmacy, Mental & Nutritional Status

Assessment, The Language of Function, Assessment of Social Support System,

Urinary Incontinence, Skin Integrity.
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Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. The Arts and Older Americans, Monograph 1996

Edited by Andrea Sherman, PhD, Project Director, CU-NYGEC. Includes: 

Overview of Arts & Aging, Intergenerational Programs, Arts and Health Care, 

Accessibility and the Arts, Social Considerations for Public Policy.

2. Columbia University-New York Geriatric 1996

Education Center Course Syllabi

Includes: Geriatric Assessment, Quality of Life, Communication: Multicultural & 

Aging Issues, Nutrition, Elder Abuse, Bioethics, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Long 

Term Care, Alzheimer’s, and bibliographies.

3. Communication & Sensory Loss 1996

Curriculum Materials, Elaine Gould, MSW. Includes: Fundamentals in 

Communication, Communication Barriers, Humor, and Multicultural 

Communication.

Presentation Packages:

Title Year Produced

1. Caring for Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease: 1996

New Insights and Strategies of Care

An 8 hour conference

2. Current Controversies in Ethics, Law, and Nursing 1997

An 8 hour conference

3. NYU Nursing Research ‘97: Shaping the Future of Healthcare 1997

An 8 hour conference

4. Strategies for Creative Aging 1997

An 8 hour conference
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The following resources were developed by Hunter/Mount Sinai Geriatric Education

Center, Brookdale Center on Aging of Hunter College, 425 East 25 Street, Room 900

New York, NY 10010-2590, (212) 481-4426/4350 

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. In Care of: Families and Their Elders

Video on family caregiving. Profiles several elders and their caregiving family 

members representing a range of ethnic, cultural and economic backgrounds, in 

their care recipient and caregiving roles. An educational video for family 

caregivers and a training tool for health care professionals. Hosted by Hugh 

Downs. 55 min.

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Communication Disorders of the Older Adult. A Practical Handbook for 

Health Care Professionals.

Lynne W. Clark, PhD - Editor; The handbook provides information on the major 

speech, language, cognitive-communicative, voice, swallowing and hearing 

disorders; offers practical suggestions and guidelines; describes technological 

advances; outlines environmental, cultural and ethical issues for enhancing 

communication interactions with the older adult.

2. Geriatric Communication Disorders

Task Force on Geriatric Communication Problems of the New York State 

Speech-Language-Hearing Association. A practical primer on understanding 

communication problems of the older adult and guidelines for communication.

3. The Geriatrics Primer: An Interdisciplinary 1995

Guide to Working with the Elderly.

Monte Peterson, MD - Series Editor; A collection of articles originally published 

as a CME series in Geriatrics magazine.

 

4. Geriatric Psychiatry for African Americans: Symposium Proceedings 1991

Co-sponsored by Hunter/Mount Sinai GEC and Harlem Hospital, NY
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5. New York Elder Law Handbook.

Institute on Law and Rights of Older Adults, Brookdale Center on Aging of Hunter

College. Handbook containing information for older persons and their families and

for service

providers on

government

benefits,

health care,

social

security,

veterans’

benefits,

Medicare

and

Medicaid,

and

guardianship.

6. New York State Best Practices in Nursing Homes Conference Proceedings

The Proceedings describe “best practices” that are easily replicable elsewhere.

(Also available in audio-tape format.)

• The Promotion of Mobility Independence in Long term Care Facilities

• The Promotion of Practice Strategies for the Appropriate Use and

Limitation of Psychoactive Medications

• Communication in the Nursing Home. Resident-Family-Facility Interaction.

• Helping Residents in Maintaining and Regaining Continence

• Meeting the Challenges in a Fiscally Constrained Environment. Keeping 

Quality in Care Planning and Services

7. Special Aging Populations and Systems Linkages. 1996

M.J. Mellor - Editor, Haworth Press. Available from Haworth Press, 10 Alice St., 

Binghamton, NY 13904-1580 

Ohio

Western Reserve Geriatric Education Center 

Case Western Reserve University

12200 Fairhill Road
150

Cleveland, Ohio 44120 

(216) 368-5433

Written Materials:

Training Materials Year Produced

1. Action for Health: A Wellness Program for Seniors 1995

(trainers’ and participants’ manuals), Carla Herman, MD, MPH, Nancy Wadsworth,

MSSA, LISW, Olga Vee, BSN, RN, Darlyne Redd, MSSA, LISW. These materials

were developed as a train-the-trainer program that utilizes peer education to teach

seniors lifestyle choices that will protect their own health and assist them in making

other life-enhancing changes.

2. Alzheimer’s Workshop for the Awareness of 1997

Resources and Education (A.W.A.R.E.)

Linda Goodman Robiner, M.Ed., Georgia Anetzberger, PhD, Richard Hubbard,

PhD, Baila Miller, PhD, Nancy Wadsworth, MSSA, LISW, Madelon Watts, BA,

Carol Zadorozny, ND, RN. The AWARE curriculum utilizes a psycho-educational

format to provide Alzheimer’s disease caregivers with a knowledge base of

Alzheimer’s disease, strategies for reducing caregiver burden, knowledge of

community services as well as an opportunity for mutual support between

participants.

3. Geriatrics for Physician Assistants: A Prototype Training 1996

Program, Replication Manual and Integrated Curriculum

Nancy Wadsworth, MSSA, LISW, Philip Anderson, MD. This manual provides

physicians assistants with geriatric-specific medical and psychosocial information

in addition to skill development and community resource building activities.

4. Late Onset Alcoholism: A Training Model for Formal 197

and Information Caregivers

Mary Altpeter, MSW, MPA, Vicki Schmall, PhD, James Campbell, MD, Maurine

Baker, CCDCIII, NCACII, Pamela Fioritto, MSJ projected completion date: 1997. 

Originally published and disseminated throughout the United States and Canada in

1990, the WRGEC is in the process of updating and revising this training program. 

The content focuses on understanding the underlying theories, treatment

philosophies, range of interventions and services available to elder drug/alcohol

abusers and their family members as well as identifying the unique vulnerabilities of

older persons with respect to alcohol and drug use and abuse.

5. A Model Intervention for Dementia and Elder Abuse 1998

projected completion date: 1998. A curriculum with a core content on dementia and
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elder abuse utilizing extensive case discussion, screening tools and suggested

service protocols will be available for cross training volunteers and professional

staff from regional Alzheimer’s Associations and Adult Protective Services

Agencies.

6. The Ohio Aging Network Education Project: A Core Curriculum 1993

for Senior Service Providers

Georgia Anetzberger, PhD, Barbara Palmisano, MA, Mary Altpeter, MPA, Vicki

Schmall, PhD. This series of eleven modules provides basic knowledge in

gerontology, assessment skills and intervention strategies useful in working with

older adults. 

Monographs Year Produced

The following monographs were published in previous GEC funding cycles and were

edited by Jerome Kowal, MD, Richard Hubbard, PhD, Nancy Wadsworth, MSSA, LISW

and Georgia Anetzberger, PhD.

1. African American Aged: Diversity, Health Concerns and 1993

Health Service

Zev Harel, PhD, Ed McKinney, PhD, Michael William, PhD. The unique health care

needs of this underserved and diverse group of older Americans is described

within the context of health care policy and service delivery issues.

2. Geriatric Clinical Neuropsychology: An Introduction to 1988

the Uses of Neuropsychological Assessment with Older Populations

Raymond L. Ownby, PhD. This primer for health care professionals review when

and how to refer an older adult for neuropsychological testing. Clinical case reports

and extensive bibliography included.

3. Improving the Teaching of Geriatrics: An Interactive 1987

Approach for the Clinician

Neil Whitman, Ed.D., Gerald Goodenough, MD. Clinical teaching in geriatric

medicine is emphasized throughout this text. The importance of appropriate 

communication, feedback and cooperative negotiation is stressed.

4. Legal Issues in the Care of Older Adults: The Magic of Legal Labels 1992

Maria R. Schimer, MPH, JD; Jeffrey S. Kahana, MA. This monograph explores the

definitions of legal “labels,” and how they are applied and the consequences and

dilemmas they create.
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5. Meeting the Health Care Needs of the Homeless Elderly 1991

Terry F. Buss, PhD. In this monograph, a strategy for meeting the health care

needs of the homeless elderly is developed. Issues characterizing the homeless

problems are discuss as well as their implications for health care.

6. Mental Health and the Elderly: Service Delivery Issues 1989

David E. Biegel, PhD, Kathleen J. Farkas, PhD. This study includes a thorough

review of variables related to the gap between older adults and the mental health

system.
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7. Older Adults with Developmental Disabilities: 1990

An Interdisciplinary Approach to Grouping for Service Provision

Richard J. Coelho, PhD, CRC, Norma Dillon, PhD. The authors propose an

empirically derived typology of the service needs of the developmentally disabled

elderly useful in program development.

8. A Problem-Based, Student-Centered Approach to Teaching 1989

Geriatrics in the Classroom: Guidelines and Sample Cases

Ruthanne Ramsey, Pharm. D., Neal Whitman, MA, MPA, Ed.D. An interactive

approach to health care education is introduced and illustrated with extensive case

studies in this valuable text for faculty.

9. Pseudodementia: A Theoretical and Empirical Discussion 1988

Olga Emery, PhD. In this award-winning monograph, the author provides a cogent

framework for research and clinical perspectives on this issue.

Oklahoma

Oklahoma Geriatric Education Center

University of Oklahoma

Health Sciences Center

PO Box 26901, CNB-407

Oklahoma City, OK 73190

(405) 271-8558

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Trigger Videos

Short videos developed to “trigger” discussion in groups/classes

1. Cultural Issues in Native American Health Care; Grandma Goes to the Clinic, 

14:10 min.

2. Effective Communication with Stroke Patients, 8:00 min.

3. Ethical Issues Involved in Nursing Home Placement Decisions, 10:30 min.

4. Geriatric Assessment 4:14 min.
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5. A Person-Centered Approach to Home Assessment, 23:00 min.

Full-length Videos

Expert panel discussions

1. Hard Questions, Ethical Answers, 120 min.

2. Urinary Incontinence in Older Women, 120 min.

Written Materials:

Interdisciplinary Teaching Modules Year Produced

The Interdisciplinary Teaching Modules are case-based and interactive and include

learning objectives, content outline, geriatric case, general and discipline-specific study

questions, and learning resources. They cover intermediate and advanced content in

geriatrics.

1. As Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Age 1993

2. Communicating with Confused Patients 1993

3. Community Health Promotion for Rural Elderly 1991

4. Diabetes: A Problem-Oriented Approach 1996

5. Ethical Issues Involved in Nursing Home Placement Decisions 1991

6. Exercise in the Elderly 1990

7. Falls in the Elderly 1990

8. Hip Fracture in the Elderly 1994

9. Immobility in the Elderly 1996

10. Managing Multiple Problems in the Elderly 1993

11. The Medical and Dental Implications of Candidiasis 1990

12. Native American Health Care 1993

13. Nutrition and Hydration Issues in the Elderly 1994

14. Polypharmacy in the Elderly 1994

15. Psychoactive Substance Abuse, Dependency, and 1992

Recovery Among Elderly Persons 

16. Rehabilitation of Post-Stroke Patients 1992

Curriculum

The curriculum is a self-paced set of modules designed for busy professionals. Each

module has objectives, pre/post tests, evaluation forms, and teaching tools. Total program

requires a minimum of 60 hours, including 8-hour didactic session, completion of each
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module (1 per month), completion of 12-hours interdisciplinary clinical observations, and at

least a 1-hour training session of a minimum of 10 health professionals. Additional hours

subject to approval.

“Red Earth Gerontology Scholars Program Curriculum”

Module 1: Availability/Accessibility of Services in Rural Areas

Module 2: Cultural Dimensions of Care

Module 3: Community Care/Long-term Care

Module 4: Mental Health Problems/Depression

Module 5: Nutrition and Aging

Other Written Materials

1. Clinical Teaching Site Guide for Interdisciplinary Geriatric Education

Provides a helpful model for creation of a model clinical teaching site

2. Stories for Senior Health and Safety

A manual of health promotion activities for the older adult that can be used in 

senior centers, nutrition sites, or senior housing

Oregon

Oregon Geriatric Education Center

Oregon Health Sciences University

Portland VAMC Mail Code (14G)

PO Box 1034

Portland, OR 97207-1034

(503) 721-7821

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Aging: Disuse or Disease? 1993

[from: Health Care of the Elderly: A Teleconference Series on Geriatric Issues] 

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 videocassette, 90 
156

minutes, $39, Call Number BI5 O4. Abstract: Dr. John R. Walsh and Maggie 

Donius, RN, discuss the normal and pathological changes with aging
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2. Alcohol Abuse in the Elderly 1993

[from: Health Care of the Elderly: A Teleconference Series on Geriatric Issues] 

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center 1993 Format: 1 

videocassette, 90 minutes, $39, Call Number SA5 O4 

3. Alcohol & Drug Use Disorders in the Elderly 1995 

Dunlop, Jean Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number SA5 D5. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" March 10, 1995

4. Alzheimers Tips for Case Managers with Joyce Beedle 1995

Beedle, J. & Senior and Disabled Services Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric 

Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 videocassette (90 min.) + Video Guide, 

$65, Call Number PS5 S1. Abstract: Provides helpful tips for common 

behavioral problems associated with Alzheimer's Disease

5. Behavioral Assessment 1995

Crandall, L. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 

1 videocassette (120 min.), $39, Call Number FA5 C4. Abstract: From Session 

10 of the Essentials of Aging Teleconference Series, June 9, 1995

6. Behavior Management 1995

Beedle, J. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 

videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number PS5 B1. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series, "Current Issues in the Care of the Elderly," May 10, 1995 

7. Bereavement in the Elderly 1995

Henderson, S. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (43 min.), $39, Call Number DD5 H12. Abstract: Presentation 

from the OGEC "Essentials of Aging Teleconference Series" session, June 9 

8. Changing the Environment to Support Alzheimer's 1996

Patients; Part IV of "Changing Face of Alzheimer's Care" 

Chapman, Nancy; Keyser, Robin Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education 

Center (SATE), Format: 1 videocassette (2 hrs.), $39, Call Number PS5 O4 

Abstract: Provides means for working with the surrounding environment to assist

the Alzheimer's patient. Teleconference October 29, 1996.

9. Chronic Mental Illness in Old Age 1995

McFarland, B. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette, $39, Call Number PS5 M1. Abstract: Part of the Essentials of 

Aging Teleconference Series, May 12, 1995 
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10. Civil Commitment and Guardianship Issues 1995

Asmann, B. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 

1 videocassette (120 min.), $39, Call Number ET5 A4. Abstract: From Session 

10 of the Essentials of Aging Teleconference Series, June 9, 1995

11. Closing: Policy and Promotion of Health and Fitness 1993

Kawabori, C. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (30 min.), $39, Call Number PU5 K1. Abstract: Chisato Kawa

bori's

addre

ss to

the

confer

ence:

Promo

ting

Health

and

Fitnes

s

Amon

g 

Older

Adults:

A

Challe

nge

for

Health 

Profes

sional

s, May

26

and

27,

1993 

12. Commitment and Guardianship 1995

Weinstein, M. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number ET5 W1. Abstract: From the

teleconference series, "Current Issues in the Care of the Elderly," May 9 
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13. Communication and its Disorders 1994

Rau, Judy Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 

1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number CO5 R1. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and Social 

Service Providers." [available 6/95] 

14. Communication Disorders 1995

Rau, J. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 

videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number CO5 R1. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series, "Current Issues in the Care of the Elderly," May 10, 1995

15. Coping with Change: Mental Health and Aging 1994

Gonzales, L. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number MH5 G3. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and Social 

Service Providers." Sept. 9, 1994 (SATE) 

16. Current Topics on Women's Health in Later Life, Part 1 1997

Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 videocassette, $39, Call Number 

PR5 S1. Abstract: Current Topics on women's Health in Later Life 

Teleconference Series on May 9, 1997 Part I (SATE). Two parts: Most, Carole

R.N.C., Tobin, Nora M.D. & Nelson, Heidi M.D. An Overview of Women's Health in

the Second Half of Life & The Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease. 

17. Current Topics on Women's Health in Later Life, Part 2 1997

Oregon Geriatric Education Center Portland, OR, Format: 1 videocassette, $39, 

Call Number PR5 S2. Abstract: Current Topics on women's Health in Later Life 

Teleconference Series on May 20, 1997 Part II (SATE). Two parts: Humphrey,

Linda M.D., M.P.H. The Prevention and Control of Breast Cancer; Rockove,

Shammai M.D. Female Urinary Incontinence.

18. Death and the Dying Process 1994

Buell, J. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 

videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number DD5 B5. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and Social 

Service Providers." 

19. Delirium 1995

Ganzini, Linda Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number PS5 G1. Abstract: From the

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" March 10, 1995 
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20. Dementia 1995

Kaye, Jeff Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (Sate), Format: 1 

videocassette, $39, Call Number PS5 K1. Abstract: From the teleconference 

series "Essentials of Aging" January 13, 1995

21. Dementia: Diagnosis and Treatment 1995

With: Managing dementia behaviors, by J. Beedle. Camicioli, R. Portland, OR : 

Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE) 1995 Format: 1 videocassette (50 

min.), $39, Call Number PS5 C1. Abstract: From the teleconference series, 

"Current Issues in Care of the Elderly," April 28, 1995 

22. Depression in Later Life 1993

Smith, David Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number PS5 S3. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" March 10, 1995 

23. Depression in the Elderly 1993

[From: Health Care of the Elderly: A Teleconference Series on Geriatric Issues] 

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 videocassette, 90 

minutes, $39, Call Number PS5 O4 

24. Designing the Environment for Older Persons 1995

Chapman, Nancy J. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 

1 videocassette (50 Min.), $39, Call Number EN5 C2. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" April 14, 1995 
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25. Discovery of Self in Chronic Illness 1994

Charmaz, K. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (52 min.), $39, Call Number PS5 C2. Abstract: Part of the conference,

"Older Adults with Chronic Illness: Enhancing Function and Well-Being." 

26. Drugs and Aging 1995

Simonson, W. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette, $39, Call Number PH5 S2. Abstract: Part of the Essentials of 

Aging Teleconference Series, May 12, 1995 

27. Drugs and the Elderly 1995

Brummel-Smith, K. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number PH5 B4. Abstract: From 

the teleconference series, "Current Issues in the Care of the Elderly," April 28

28. Easing the Way: Medication Management; 1996

Part II of "Changing Face of Alzheimer's Care" 

Singer, Cliff; Lear, Joyce Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center 

(SATE), Format: 1 videocassette (2hrs), $39, Call Number PS5 O2. Abstract: 

Explores the various effects and uses of medication for the Alzheimer's patient. 

Teleconference October 15, 1996. 

29. Elder Abuse 1995

Wheeler, Pam Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number ET5 W2. Abstract: From the

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" April 14, 1995

30. End-of-life Decisions: Advance Directives. Ask the Experts: 1993

Health Care in the 90s Series. 

Kost, D. (prod.) Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (60 min.), $39, Call Number ET5 K3. Abstract: Host 

Joyce Beedle and guests Patrick Dunn, MD and Molly Weinstein, JD discuss the

importance of advance directives including the living will and power of attorney for

health care 

31. Enhancing Independence in Health Care Decisions: 1991

Ethics in an Aging Society 

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 videocassette, $39, 

Call Number ET5 O42. Abstract: Kinsman lecture on Ethics in Health Care, 

given by Terrie Wetle on May 16, 1991
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32. Enhancing Motivation 1994

Kemp, B. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (84 min.), $39, Call Number PS5 K12. Abstract: Part of the 

conference, "Older Adults with Chronic Illness: Enhancing Function and Well-B

eing." 

33. Enhancing Relationships Between Asian Elders and 1995

Health and Social Service Providers 

Salmon, J.R.; Hagan, J. (prod.) Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center 

(SATE), Format: 1 videocassette (91 Min.), $39, Call Number MN5 S1 Abstract: 

Provides highlights from an OGEC conference held March 7, 1995 Covers:

demographics of the Asian elderly, cohort analysis, interviewing Asian elders, needs

of Oregon's Asian elderly, traditional health practices, and communication

34. Ethics & Health Care Decisions 1995

Kraemer, Terri Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 

1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number ET5 K4. Abstract: From the teleco

nferen

ce

series

"Esse

ntials

of

Aging"

Febru

ary 10,

1995 

35. Ethnicity and Health Care of the Aged 1994

Gallegos, J. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 

1 videocassette (50 Min.), $39, Call Number MN5 G1. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and Social 

Service Providers."

36. Falls and the Elderly 1995

Wingfield, D.; Tsukuda, R.A. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center 

(Sate), Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $38, Call Number MD5 W2. Abstract: 

From the teleconference series, "Current Issues in the Care of the Elderly," 

April-May, 1995

37. Falls and the Elderly 1993

Ask the experts: health care in the 90s series. Kost, D. (prod.) Portland, OR: 
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Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 videocassette (60 min.), $39, Call 

Number PT5 K3. Abstract: Host Joyce Beedle and guests Estill Dietz, MD; Ann 

Williams, PhD; and Maggie Donius, RN, MN discuss falls and the elderly, 

including how to prevent a fall, recover from a fall, and alternatives to restraints in the

nursing home
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38. Falls in the Elderly 1995

Donius and Wingfield Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number PT5 D3. Abstract: From 

the teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" February 10, 1995 

39. Family Caregivers to Frail Older People 1995

Miller, Lois Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 

1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number FM5 M2. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" April 14, 1995 

40. Focus on Active Living in Later Life 1995

Hagan, Jane & White, Diana Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 videocassette (1:36:00), $39, Call Number PR5 O3. Abstract: From 

the "Challenges and Rewards: Choices for Healthy Aging" teleconference 

41. Focus on Coping with Later Life Changes 1995

Hagan, Jane & White, Diana Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 videocassette (1:40:00), $39, Call Number PR5 O2. Abstract: From 

the "Challenges and Rewards: Choices for Healthy Aging" teleconference

42. Focus on Individual Choice 1995

Hagan, Jane & White, Diana Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 videocassette (1:53:00), $39, Call Number PR5 O1. Abstract: From 

the "Challenges and Rewards: Choices for Healthy Aging" teleconference 

43. Focus on Individual Choice: Community Application 1995

Hagan, Jane & White, Diana Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 videocassette (1:35:00), $39, Call Number PR5 O8. Abstract: From 

the "Challenges and Rewards: Choices for Healthy Aging" teleconference 

44. Focus on Nutrition 1995

Hagan, Jane & White, Diana Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 videocassette (1:42:00), $39, Call Number PR5 O7. Abstract: From 

the "Challenges and Rewards: Choices for Healthy Aging" teleconference 

45. A Functional Approach to Geriatric Care 1993

[from: Health Care of the Elderly: A Teleconference Series on Geriatric Issues] 

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 videocassette, 90 

minutes, $39, Call Number FA5 O4 

46. The Functional Approach to Managing Chronic Illness 1994

Brummel-Smith, K. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 
165

videocassette (63 min.), $39, Call Number OT5 B4. Abstract: Part of the 

conference, "Older Adults with Chronic Illness: Enhancing Function and 

Well-Being."

47. Functional Assessment of the Geriatric Patient 1992

Tabares, E. (prod.) Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 

1 videocassette (18 min.), $39, Call Number FA5 T1. Abstract: Describes the 

purposes of a functional assessment for screening older patients in a clinic,

community, or home setting. Demonstrates how to conduct the assessment

48. Functional Geriatric Assessment 1994

Walsh, J.R. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number FA5 W1. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and Social 

Service Providers." [available 6/95] 

49. Geriatric Rehabilitation: Just Move It! 1993

[from: Health Care of the Elderly: A Teleconference Series on Geriatric Issues] 

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 videocassette, 90 

minutes, $39, Call Number OT5 O4. Abstract: Presentations cover: disability 

and rehabilitation, role of nurse, physician, physical and occupational therapists, 

assistive devices, deconditioning and exercise

50. Grief and Loss 1995

Henderson, S. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number DD5 H1. Abstract: From the

teleconference series, "Current Issues in the Care of the Elderly," May 11 

51. Healthy Living in the Later Years 1993

Ask the experts: health care in the 90s series. Kost, D. (prod.) Portland, OR : 

Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 videocassette (60 min.), 

$39, Call Number PR5 K3. Abstract: Guests are Ken Brummel-Smith, MD, 

Sally Althoff, PhD, Gary Brodowicz, PhD, & Mac McCormick with Senior Tennis 

52. Is it Alzheimer's? & Building Partnerships with 1996

your Physician; Part I of "Changing Face of Alzheimer's Care" 

Kaye, Jeff; Boise, Linda Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center 

(SATE), Format: 1 videocassette, $39, Call Number PS5 O1. Abstract: Two parts

concerning the diagnosis and treating early symptoms of Alzheimer's and 

communicating with physician for best results. Teleconference on October 8. 

53. Keynote Address: Promoting Health and Fitness among 1993
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Older Adults: A Challenge for Health Professionals 

Bortz, W.M., II Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (100 min.), $39, Call Number PR5 B3. Abstract: Dr. Bortz 

addresses the OGEC conference

54. Long-Term-Care and the Elderly: Options in Oregon 1993

Ask the experts: Health Care in the 90s Series 

Kost, D. (prod.) Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (60 min.), $39, Call Number LT5 K3. Abstract: Host 

Joyce Beedle and guests Keren Brown Wilson, Maggie Donius, Gail Rangel, 

and Don Keister describe the many options available for long term care in 

Oregon including: foster care, assisted living, and nursing homes

55. Management of Dementia Behavior 1995

Rader, Joanne Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number PS5 R1. Abstract: From 

the teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" January 13, 1995

56. Management of Urinary Incontinence 1995

Colling, Joyce Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number CD5 C3. Abstract: From the

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" January 13, 1995 

57. Mobility Aids 1995

Riley, Barbara Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number EN5 R2. Abstract: From the

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" February 10, 1995 

58. Moon Stories: Collecting Oral Histories from Ethnic Minority Elders 1994

Gregorio, J.S. (prod.) Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 videocassette (30 min.), $39, Call Number AG5 G4. Abstract: 

Documents an approach to teaching Cultural Variations on Aging by 

collecting oral history information from ethnic minority elders. Features Joseph 

Gallegos, Ph.D. at the University of Portland

59. Nutrition and the Elderly: Why Eating Right Is Always a Good Idea 1993

Ask the experts: health care in the 90s series. Kost, D. (prod.) Portland, OR : 

Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 videocassette (60 min.), 

$39, Call Number NT5 K3. Abstract: Host Joyce Beedle and guests Mary Baron,

Sonja Connor and Carolyn Knutson discuss nutrition in the later years and the 

Nutrition Screening Initiative 
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60. Older Persons' Changing Nutritional Needs 1994

Bennett, C. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 

1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number NT5 B1. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and Social 

Service Providers." [available 6/95] 

61. Optimal Aging 1995

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 

videocassette (120 min.), $39, Call Number AG5 O4. Abstract: From Session 10 

of the Essentials of Aging Teleconference Series, June 9, 1995 

62. Oral Health of the Elderly Population 1994

Chiodo, G. DMD, Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number DE5 C2. Abstract: From 

the teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and

Social Service Providers." [available 6/95] 

63. Out of the Water Closet: Urinary Incontinence 1996

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 

videocassette 2hrs, $39, Call Number CD5 O22. Abstract: Teleconference 

Series given August 28, 1996. Part One. Technical lecture on medical 

understanding of Urinary Incontinence

64. Pain in Older People 1995

Walsh, John R. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number CD5 WA1. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" February 10, 1995 

65. Physiological Changes of Aging 1994

Walsh, J.R. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE) Format: 

1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number BI5 W1. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and Social 

Service Providers."

66. Plenary: Enhancing Motivation of Older Adults 1993

Tritsch, L. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (44 min.), $39, Call Number PR5 T4. Abstract: Len Tritsch's

address to the conference: Promoting Health and Fitness Among Older Adults: A

Challenge for Health Professionals, May 26 and 27, 1993

67. Plenary: the Frail Deconditioned Elder 1993

Brummel-Smith, K. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 
168

1 videocassette (72 min.), $39, Call Number PT5 B4. Abstract: Ken 

Brummel-Smith's address to the conference: Promoting Health and Fitness 

Among Older Adults: A Challenge for Health Professionals, May 26 and 27.

68. Plenary: Toward Healthy Aging: Translating Science into Food 1993

Connor, S. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

videocassette (60 min.), $39, Call Number NT5 C3. Abstract: Sonja Connor's 

address to the conference: Promoting Health and Fitness Among Older Adults: A 

Challenge for Health Professionals, May 26 and 27, 1993

69. Polypharmacy [Polymedicine?] 1993

[from: Health Care of the Elderly: A Teleconference Series on Geriatric Issues] 

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 videocassette, 90 

minutes, $39, Call Number PH5 O4 

70. Psychotropic Drugs and Older Persons: I and II. 1995

McFarland, B. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 2 

videocassettes, $39, Call Number PH5 M1. Abstract: Presentation at the 

Essentials of Aging Teleconference Series, May 12, 1995 

71. Residence Options for Chronic Care 1995

Kutza, Elizabeth Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number PU5 K5. Abstract: From 

the teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" April 14, 1995 

72. Sensory Changes: Hearing Loss 1994

Borgmeyer, G. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.) , $39, Call Number SH5 B3. Abstract: From the

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and Social

Service Providers." 

73. Sexuality in Later Years 1994

Schmall, V. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 

1 videocassette (47 Min.), $39, Call Number SX5 S1. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and Social 

Service Providers." 

74. Skin Care 1995

Holohan-Bell, J. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number MD5 H3. Abstract: From 

the teleconference series, "Current Issues in the Care of the Elderly," May 11.
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75. Sleep Disorders 1995

Singer, C. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 

1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number CD5 S22. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series, "Current Issues in the Care of the Elderly," May 9, 1995 

76. Sleep Disorders in the Elderly 1995

Singer, Cliff Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 

1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number CD5 S2. Abstract: From the 

teleconference series "Essentials of Aging" March 10, 1995 

77. Stroke Rehabilitation: Health Care Options for Elderly 1991

Patients: A Teleconference and Workshop 

Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 

videocassette, $39, Call Number CD5 O4. Abstract: Begins with an overview to 

issues in caring for stroke victims. Teleconference includes the importance of

stroke rehabilitation for the elderly, prejudices and invalid assumptions, physical 

rehabilitation, factors in adaptation to stroke in late life.

78. Swallowing Disorders 1994

Rosenthal-Tanzer, J. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center 

(SATE), Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number CO5 R3. Abstract: 

From the teleconference series "Essentials of Aging for Health, Mental Health, and

Social Service Providers." [available 6/95] 

79. Tips for Daily Care: Strategies for Behavior Management; 1996

Part III of "Changing Face of Alzheimer's Care" 

Beedle, Joyce R.N. B.S.N. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center 

(SATE), Format: 1 videocassette (2 hrs.), $39, Call Number PS5 O3. Abstract: 

Provides various strategies for dealing with behavioral problems in the 

Alzheimer's patient. Teleconference October 22, 1996

80. Urinary Incontinence 1995

Clark, Amanda Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center (SATE), 

Format: 1 videocassette (50 min.), $39, Call Number CD5 CL3. 

Audiotapes Year Produced

1. Aging Skin and Pressure Ulcers 1990

Maggie Donius, R.N., M.N. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 sound Recording, $19, Call Number CD5 O4 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series" 
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2. Bereavement in the Elderly 1992

Joan Buell Henderson, Sallirae, MDiv Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric 

Education Center (SATE), Format: 1 sound Recording, $19, Call Number ET5 

O4. Abstract: Presentation from the OGEC "Common Problems" program on 

August 7, 1992

3. Common Problems Series 1990

September 7, 1990 discussion, Maggie Donius Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric 

Education Center, Format: 1 sound Recording, $19, Call Number GE5 O4 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series"

4. Common Problems Series 1990

September 9, 1990 discussion, Maggie Donius Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric 

Education Center, Format: 1 sound recording, $19, Call Number GE5 O41 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series"

5. Common Problems Series 1990

September 15, 1990 discussion, Maggie Donius Portland, OR : Oregon 

Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 sound recording, $19, Call Number GE5 

O42 Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series" 

6. Curriculum Development 1991

Anna Mae Tichy, June 28, 1991 Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education 

Center, Format: 1 sound recording, $19, Call Number GE5 O43 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Essential of Aging"

7. Decreased Agility, Arthritis, Deconditioning 1992

Kenneth Brummel-Smith, MD Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center 

Format: 1 sound recording, $19, Call Number OT5 O4. Abstract: Presentation 

from the OGEC "Common Problems" program on August 6, 1992

8. Elder Abuse 1991

Pam Wheeler, R.N., M.S.N. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 sound Recording, $19, Call Number ET5 O44 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series"

9. Grief in the Older Adult 1991

Father Evan Ash Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

sound recording, $19, Call Number FM5 O4. Abstract: From the OGEC 

"Common Problems Series"

10. Hearing Loss 1990
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Sandra Heffron, M.A. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 sound recording, $19, Call Number SH5 O4 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series"

11. Medical Treatment of Behavioral Symptoms in Long Term Care 1992

Singer, C. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 sound 

recording, $19, Call Number PH5 S2. Abstract: From the OGEC/OMA 

conference: Quality care for nursing home residents: working with OBRA, 

November 12, 1992

12. Mobility/Falls 1990

Jane Stilwell, M.D. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 

sound recording, $19, Call Number PT5 O4. Abstract: From the OGEC 

"Common Problems Series" 

13. Nutrition 1990

Mary Baron, R.D. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 

1 sound recording, $19, Call Number NT5 O41 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series"

14. OBRA and End-of-Life Issues 1992

Dunn, P. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 sound 

recording, $19, Call Number ET5 D5. Abstract: From the OGEC/OMA 

conference: Quality care for nursing home residents: working with OBRA, 

November 12, 1992

15. Pain in Older People 1992

John R. Walsh, MD Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 

1 sound recording, $19, Call Number CD5 O41. Abstract: Presentation from the 

OGEC "Common Problems" program on August 6, 1992

16. Polypharmacy 1990

Sue Millar, Pharm.D. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 1 sound recordings, $19, Call Number PH5 O41 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series"

17. Quality Care for Nursing Home Residents: Panel Discussion 1992

Panelists Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 sound 

recording, $19, Call Number LT5 P1. Abstract: From the OGEC/OMA 

conference: Quality care for nursing home residents: working with OBRA, 

Novemer 12, 1992
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18. Quality Nursing Home Care Is Team Care 1992

Brummel-Smith, K. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 

1 sound recording, $19, Call Number LT5 B4. Abstract: From the OGEC/OMA 

conference: Quality care for nursing home residents: working with OBRA, Nove

mer

12,

1992
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19. Taste, Touch, Smell: Experiential, Sensory Losses 1990

Joyce Holohan-Bell, R.N., M.S.N. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education 

Center, Format: 1 sound recording, $19, Call Number CD5 O44 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series"

20. Visual Loss in the Elderly 1990

Gerald Melore, O.D. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 

1 sound recording, $19, Call Number OP5 O41 

Abstract: From the OGEC "Common Problems Series"

21. Working with OBRA: What Is Required? 1992

Noon, J.A. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 sound 

recording, $19, Call Number LT5 N3. Abstract: From the OGEC/OMA 

conference: Quality care for nursing home residents: working with OBRA, 

Novemer 12, 1992

Computer Software Year Produced

1. Geriatric Information Online 1997

Moher, Brian Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 3.5" Disk, $20 

Abstract: Workshop teaching guide for geriatric information. Consists of hard 

copy of bookmarks, class outline, and glossary, along with computer disk in HTML

format with annotated bookmarks for uploading

Slides

1. Aging Skin/Pressure Ulcers Slide Set 

Donius, M. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center n.d. Format: 64 

slides, $65, Call Number CD5 D3. Abstract: Slides illustrate common changes 

in aging skin as well as abnormal skin lesions, pressure ulcers, and staging

2. Brain/Dementia Slide Set 1991

Donius, M. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 9 slides, 

Call Number PS5 O4. Abstract: Slides and key cover normal and abnormal 

brain changes

3. Physiologic Changes of Aging Slide Set 1991

Donius, M. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 40 slides,

Call Number BI5 O4. Abstract: Slides and key cover sensory, 

neurological, skin, cardiovascular, lung, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, 
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reproductive, and musculoskeletal changes

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Community Eldercare Coalitions: Or, How Your Community 1993

Can Help You If You'll Let It; a Guide for Area Agencies on Aging 

Kutza, E.A.; Scannell, A.U. Portland, OR : Institute On Aging, Format: 48 p. plus 

appendix, $10, Call Number FM4 K5. Abstract: Manual presents techniques of 

coalition-building used in an Oregon project, in which selected higher education

faculty were trained in coalition building and then worked with local Area Agencies

on Aging, mostly in non-metropolitan areas

2. Long-term Care in Oregon 1994

Kutza, E.A. Portland, OR : Institute On Aging, Format: 22 p., $10, Call Number 

LT1 K5. Abstract: Survey, with statistics, of long-term care in Oregon, showing 

why the state is regarded as a national model in the reform of long-term care

service delivery, leading the nation in community residential alternatives to nursing

homes. 

3. Mental Health and Aging: Normal vs. Pathological Changes 1991

October 25, 1991, class outline Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education 

Center, Format: 37 p., $10, Call Number PS4 O41. Abstract: Handout for part of a

two

day

teleco

urse,

Octob

er 25,

1991 -

Nove

mber

8,

1991.

Cover

s

deliriu

m,

screen

ing for

cogniti

ve 
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impair

ment,

and

mana

ging

the

patient

with

deme

ntia

4. Promoting Health and Fitness among Older Adults: 1993

A Challenge for Health Professionals

Conference summary. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, 

Format: 51 p., $15, Call Number PR1 O4. Abstract: Summaries of all plenary and

break

out

sessio

ns for

this

confer

ence,

and

addre

sses

for

prese

nters

are

includ

ed

5. Report on Oregon Rural Health Care Provider 1992

Continuing Education Survey 

Kwee, J.R. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 78 p., 

$10, Call Number RU7 K5. Abstract: Reports on the results of a survey of contin

uing

educat

ion

needs 

and

prefer

ences
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in

geriatr

ics

and

geront

ology

of

1409

health 

care

provid

ers in

rural

Orego

n. 12

discipl

ines

are

repres

ented. 

6. The State of Gerontology Education in Oregon: Results 1991

from a Survey of Public and Private Institutions of Higher Education 

Neal, M.B.; Gregorio, J.S.; White, D.L. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric 

Education Center, Format: 56p., $10, Call Number GE7 N1. Abstract: 

Describes the state of gerontology curriculum in colleges, universities, and

community colleges in Oregon

Other Products:

Title Year Produced

1. Difficult Behaviors Poster series 

Five colorful posters provide suggestions for handling individuals who are 

suffering from dementia, $10

2. Facilitating Appropriate Medication Taking Behavior 1993

Muntz, J. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 kit, $19, 

Call Number PH5 M5. Abstract: Kit includes medication cassettes for general 

use, hourly use, daily use, weekly use, monthly use and with timers. Each cassette

includes a description of its advantages and disadvantages. 
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3. Geriatric Information Online 1997

Moher, Brian Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 3.5" Disk, $20

Abstract: Workshop teaching guide for geriatric information. Consists of hard 

copy of bookmarks, class outline, and glossary, along with computer disk in HTML

format with annotated bookmarks for uploading

4. Hearing Aid Kit 1993

Heffron, S. Portland, OR : Oregon Geriatric Education Center, Format: 1 kit, 

$19, Call Number SH5 H1. Abstract: Kit includes two hearing aids, 6 batteries 

(remove orange tab before using), 4 cleaning utensils. 
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Pennsylvania

Geriatric Education Center of Pennsylvania

University of Pittsburgh

121 University Place, 6th Floor

Pittsburgh, PA 15260

(412) 624-9190

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Elder Abuse: Whose Problem? A Guide for Understanding and Help 1993

2. Rx for Safer Driving: Health-Care Conference on Older Driver Issues 1996

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Assessment of Marketing Strategies for Interdisciplinary 1994

Continuing Education Programs in Geriatrics

2. Compendium of Faculty Fellow Projects 1993

3. Elder Abuse: Whose Problem? A Guide for Understanding and Help 1993

(Booklet)

4. Elder Abuse: Whose Problem? Helping the Older Patient 1994

Manual for hospital and aging services professionals

5. Elder Abuse: Whose Problem? Partners in Guardianship 1995

Manual for social services providers and legal advisors

6. Geriatric Education: A Guidebook for Faculty Development 1989

in the Health Professions

7. Health Professions Training Needs in Rural Areas 1987

8. Profiling the Aged in the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County 1996

9. The Status of Geriatric/Gerontology Education for Health 1987

Professions in Pennsylvania
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Rhode Island

Rhode Island Geriatric Education Center

University of Rhode Island

Program in Gerontology

White Hall, 2 Heathman RD

Kingston, RI 02881-0808

(401) 874-5311

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Curriculum for Interdisciplinary Education in Geriatrics 1998

Detailed curriculum - with educational objectives; presentation outlines, and resour

ces -

for

interdi

sciplin

ary

educat

ion of

health

care

profes

sional

s and

geriatr

ic

clinical

teams. 

Core

modul

es

includ

e: (1)

AgeRelate

d

Chang

es and

Geriat
180

ric

Asses

sment;

(2)

RiskMana

geme

nt in

Geriat

rics:

Under

standi

ng

Legal

and

Ethical

Issues

; (3)

Geriat

ric

Syndr

omes

and

Medic

ations;

(4)

Progn

osis,

Diagn

osis,

and

Clinic

al

Care;

and

(5)

Clinic

al

Appro

aches,

Interdi

sciplin

ary
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Practi

ce,

and

Ethno

geriatr

ics. 

Includ

ed

also

are

advan

ced

practic

e case

studie

s for

use in

trainin g

works

hops. 

Emph

asis is

placed

on

goaldirect

ed

care,

quality

improv

ement,

and

develo

ping a

truly

interdi

sciplin

ary

appro

ach to

clinical

practic
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e with

older

adults.
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Tennessee

Meharry Consortium Geriatric Education Center

Meharry Medical College

1005 D.B. Todd Boulevard, Campus Box 69A

Nashville, TN 37208

(615) 327-6947

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Videotape Series for Staff Working in Long Term Care Facilities 1996

This seven (7) videotape series was created for staff working in long-term care 

(LTC) facilities. The videotapes address circumstances faced by staff on a daily 

basis when caring for elderly clients. Upon completion staff members will be 

available to approach and address the issues discussed in the videos with new 

knowledge and understanding. The tapes may be viewed individually or they 

can be easily incorporated into educational programs at LTC facilities. The series 

is reasonably priced at $25.00 per tape or $150.00 per set.

Videotape titles include:

• Impact of depression in older adults (17 min.)

• Rehabilitation focus in long term care institutions, part I (18 min.)

• Rehabilitation focus in long term care institutions, part II (20 min.)

• Sexuality and older adults (27 min.)

• Urinary incontinence management in the elderly (23 min.)

• Wound care (34 min.)

• Pharmacology in the elderly (25 min.)

For more information contact: Vanessa J. Briscoe, MSN, RN at Tennessee State

University, GEC Videotapes, 3500 John A. Merritt Blvd., Nashville, TN 37209-1561; 

(615) 963-5271.

Written Materials: 

MCGEC identifies gaps in publications addressing health issues of the poor and 

underserved and solicits experts to write for the peer-reviewed J Health Care for the 

Poor & Underserved. The MCGEC provides support to those efforts in a variety of

ways, e.g., comments, critiques, etc. The Special Issue, article by Dr. Yee, and the

teleconference listed below resulted from this process. For copies of the Special Issue
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and/or articles from the Journal, contact the publishers: Sage Publications, 2455 Teller

Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320.

Title Year Produced

1. Black Aged Series 1997

Written by experts you can trust, the Black Aged Series can benefit health 

professionals, educators, sociologists, consumers, etc. The series as a whole is a

distributable curriculum on health issues concerning older blacks. Each topic area in

the series has a self-study guide that provides: 

a.) A video of an expert discussing the topic

b.) A manual, with

-background discussion of the topic

-goals

-learning objectives

-teaching strategies

-classroom activities

-required reading

-annotated bibliography

-pre-/post-test questions

c.) 35mm color slides 

 d.) Hard copies of graphics designed for transparencies

Guide 1: Conceptions of Health and Illness Among Older Blacks in America

(Wilbur Watson, Ph.D.)

Belief systems play major roles in human health behaviors. This guide provides 

extensive discussions on beliefs in the occult, the spiritual, in folk medicine, etc., 

and on how those beliefs influence our health behaviors and outcomes. 

Traditional medical practices are compared to modern biomedical ones.

Guide 2: A Historical Overview of Health and Older Blacks in America

(Wilbur Watson, Ph.D.)

A discussion of the impact of slavery and its practices on the health of African 

Americans is given along with an extensive annotated bibliography. For 

generations, the only healthcare available to African Americans during slavery 

was via traditional healers. Belief systems developed that continue to influence 

health decisions made by African Americans today.

Guide 3: Normal Aging and Health of Older Blacks in Modern American 

Society (Veronica J. Scott, M.D., MPH)

The World Health Organization's definition of health is used as the framework to 

discuss psychological, social, and physical variables that affect health status. 
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Critical life events are discussed and black/white older adult comparisons are 

made. Social indices and barriers to access of care are discussed in the context 

of differential morbidity and mortality.

Guide 4: Acute and Chronic Illness in Older Blacks in America 

(Veronica J. Scott, M.D., MPH)

The ten major causes of death in older African Americans are discussed in the 

context of acute and chronic illness. The interactive effects on health outcomes 

are discussed for co-morbid conditions commonly found in older blacks, e.g., 

diabetes, kidney disease, hypertension, stroke, and heart disease.

Guide 5: The Aging Eye: A Focus on Glaucoma in Older Blacks

(Ronald McFarland, M.D.)

The consequences of vision loss in older adults are discussed along with eye 

anatomy, eye physiology, and common eye conditions such as diabetic 

retinopathy, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration. Conditions of 

particular concern to older blacks are discussed in detail.

The above guides are available for $395.00 each or $1,580.00 ( plus $20.00 Shipping

and Handling) for all five. Contact: Veronica J. Scott, M.D., MPH at MCGEC.

2. Creating a Community Health Forum: 1996

Health Promotion for the Ethnic Minority Elderly 

Manual on Community Outreach, Goldzweig, I. Meharry Medical College. 

Contact: Irwin Goldzweig, M.S. at MCGEC.

3. Health Care Access and Advocacy for Immigrant 1992

and Other Underserved Elders

J. Health Care for the Poor and Underserved, 2(4): 448-464. Yee D.L.

4. Satellite Teleconference (transcription), 1993

Health Care Reform for the Elderly 

J. Health Care for the Poor and Underserved, 4(3): 321-343. Evans T., Harper 

M.S., Lavizzo-Mourey R., Lucy W., Manson S., Massey K., Scott V., Sotomayor 

M., Yee D. 

5. Special Issue: The Aging of America. J Health 1996

Care for the Poor and Underserved, 7(3). 

Forward by David Satcher, M.D., MPH. (former President of Meharry Medical

College and current CDC Director)
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A. Original Papers

Buchowski M., Sun, M. Nutrition in Minority Elders: Current Problems

and Future Directions, p.183.

Barrocas A., White J.V., Gomez C., Smithwick L. Assessing Health

Status in the Elderly: The Nutrition Screening Initiative, p.210.

Hickey T., Sharpe P.A., Wolf F.M., Robins L.S., Wagner M.B., Harik W. 

Exercise Participation in a Frail Population , p.219.

Lockery S.A., Stanford E.P. Physical Activity and Smoking: Gender

Comparisons Among Older African American Adults, p. 232

.

Yee D.L., Capitman J.A. Health Care Access, Health Promotion, and

Older Women of Color, p. 252.

6. Workshop on Personal Issues in Death and Dying 1996

An innovative, interdisciplinary, multi-cultural model for teaching selfassessment and exploration of personal issues in death and dying for health care

professionals can be implemented as a one-day workshop, "Exploring Personal

Issues in Death and Dying." The model involves plenary group sessions and an

emphasis on small group discussion with professional group leaders, as the medium for

self-assessment and personal learning. The core conference staff is represented by

a collaboration between MCGEC, the Stanford GEC, and the Western Michigan

University Rural Interdisciplinary Training Project. The workshop is available for two 

sites per year, for 70 participants at each site, at a cost of $16,500 per site,

which covers all expenses such as food, location, speakers, small group

leaders, travel, training manual, etc. Contact: Irwin

Goldzweig, MS, c/o MCGEC.
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Texas

South Texas Geriatric Education Center

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Department of Dental Diagnostic Science

7703 Floyd Curl Drive

San Antonio, TX 78284-7921

(212) 567-3370

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1 Adult Protective Services “Elder Abuse” 1996

2 Advanced Directives--Long Term Care 1994

3. Aging and Respiratory System 1993

4 The Aging Brain: Structure and Function 1993

5 Aging of the Respiratory System 1996

6 Anemia: Microcytic, Normocytic and Macrocytic 1996

7 Aspects Review and Overview of Tuberculosis 1996

8 Assessment for Rehabilitation in Geriatric Patients 1995

9 Assessment of Competency and Capacity of the Older Adult 1997

10. Behavioral Effects of Acute & Chronic Pain & Implications 1996

for Rehabilitation 

11. Biology and Physiology of Aging 1996

12. Breast and Prostate Cancer 1991

13. Brief Neuropsychological Assessment in a Geriatric Population 1997

14. Cardiac Issues 1,2,3 1995

15. Cardiovascular Changes-Congestive Heart Failure 1991

16. Cardiovascular Issues & Rehabilitation: by-pass Surgery 1997

and Cardiac Rehabilitation

Dietary Considerations in Cardiovascular Disease

17. Cataracts--New Development 1994

18. Challenges in Geriatric Hips 1994

19. Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease 1992

20. Colon Cancer 1996

21. Colorectal Cancer: What Does Prevention Have To Offer 1993

22. Comprehensive Review of Stroke Prevention - 1997

Initiation and Management of Anticoagulation 

23. Coronary Artery Disease 1991

24. Cross Cultural Assessment of Dementia 1993

25. Cross-Cultural Communications in Geriatric Health Care 1994
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26. Cultural Considerations in Diabetes Education Programs I & II 1996

27. Decubiti: Benign Tumors of the Skin and Concepts 1996

of Skin Management 

28. Dementia Screening for Clinicians 1994

29. Dementia: The 36-Hour Day 1993

30. Dental Management of Dementia Patients 1993

31. Development Disability: A New Problem in the Elderly 1993

32. Dietary Fiber in Health and Disease 1996

33. Drugs and the Skin of the Elderly 1996

34. Dying Patients and Their Caregivers 1993

35. Emergency Medicine 1994

36. Emerging Health Care Policies Regarding Long Term Care 1993

37. Ethical and Legal Issues 1997

Psychology in Geriatric Practice

Ethical Patient Care Issues Today

Ethical Decision Making Today

Current Legal Issues Affecting Health Care Professionals

Palliative Care Medicine 

38. Ethical Dilemmas in the Health Care of Elderly Patients 1992

39. Ethics and Care: Palliation, DNR, and Futility 1997

40. Ethics - Legal and Quality of Life Issues 1995

41. Falls and Instability in the Geriatric Patient 1994

42. Falls and Restraints--the Role of Exercise 1995

43. General Overview of the Most Commonly Diagnosed Neuromuscular 1997

Disorder in Older Patients 

Management Issues for Neuromuscular Disorder Patients: Nutrition, 

Nursing, Occupational Therapy

44. Geriatric Footcare 1995

45. Hansen’s Disease ( English & Spanish) 1997

Tape 1: The Diagnosis

Tape 2: Self Care, Feet, Hands and Eyes

Tape 3: The Follow-up Visit

46. Hodgkins and Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma 1995

47. Home Health Care (3 tapes) 1995

48. Hospice and its Philosophy 1993

49. Hypertension 1993

50. Hypertension in the Elderly 1994

51. Incontinence and Elderly Patients 1993

52. Infectious Diseases & Public Health’s Responsibility 1993

53. Infectious Diseases and the Elderly 1993

54. In-Hospital and Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation: 1997

How Do They Differ
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Orientation to Cardiac Rehabilitation

55. Malignant Lesions--Cutaneous Signs of Aging 1996

56. Malignant Lesions--Signs of Aging 1996

57. Malnutrition and Chronic Diarrhea 1991

58. Mexican Americans with Diabetes - An Ounce of Prevention 1997

(English & Spanish)

Hypertension, Nutrition, Foot Care, The Eyes, Oral Health, Kidneys, 

Dialysis. Novella Series 

59. Mobility, Flexibility & Endurance Issues in Geriatric Rehabilitation 1995

60. Multiple Myeloma 1996

61. Neurological Disorders and Balance in the Elderly 1994

62. New and Ongoing Research in the Etiology, Diagnosis 1997

and Treatment of Neuromuscular Disorders 

63. Nutrition and the Elderly 1992

64. Obesity and Malnutrition 1995

65. Oncology 1,2,3 1996

66. Osteoporosis 1993

67. Osteoporosis & Implications for the Older Patient 1996

68. Pharmacology & Patient Management 1997

69. Pharmacology & Patient Management: Geriatrics Medication 1997

Use in the Elderly 

Polypharmacy, Compliance Issues, and Prescribing Guidelines;

Highlights of Therapeutic Use of Selected Medications in the Elderly; Most

Frequently Prescribed Geriatric Medications: Adverse Effects, Interactions,

Dental Concerns; Questions About Drug Use in the Elderly

70. Pharmacology: Management of Patient with Dementia 1997

Electrolyte Imbalance: Confusion or Dementia 

71. Physical Therapy Management of Balance Problems in the Elderly 1993

72. Pneumonia in the Older Population 1996

73. Polypharmacy--Altered Prescribing in the Elderly 1993

74. Post-Stroke Depression 1997

75. Sexual Aspects in the Elderly 1993

76. Sexuality and Rehabilitation 1995

77. Stroke Prevention in the 90’s 1997

78. Successful Aging 1997

79. Team Approach to Geriatric Care: Interdisciplinary Team 1997

Training in Geriatrics

80. Treatment of the Geriatric Diabetic: Special Considerations 1993

81. Tuberculosis: What is New About This Epidemic 1996

82. Update on Alzheimer’s Disease 1992

83. Vesicula-Bullous Lesions: Infra-Oral Diagnosis & Treatment 1993

84. What is the Role of Nutrition in Musculoskeletal Disorders? 1996
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Presentation Packages:

Title Year Produced

1. Dental Regulations Compliance Manual for the Nursing Facility 1993

Includes: Manual; Slide, Audiotape & Script Set: (includes handout) 

(English & Spanish) for the Nursing Assistant “Oral Care Regimen for the Nursing

Facility Resident”; for the Registered Nurse “Screening the Resident for Oral

Problems”; Oral Care Handbook (English & Spanish) 

2. Developing A Dental Program for the Nursing Facility: 1993

A Manual for Dental Office Staff

Includes: Manual; Slide, Audiotape & Script Set: “Oral Care Regimen for the 

Nursing Facility Resident”; Videotape: “Oral Health Care: A Guide for Nurse 

Aides and Other Caregivers” (English & Spanish); Oral Care Handbook: (English 

& Spanish) 

Texas Consortium of Geriatric Education Centers

Baylor College of Medicine

One Baylor Plaza, Room M320

Houston, TX 77030-3498

(713) 798-4611

Written Materials:

Title Year Produced

1. Staff as Aging Persons 1991

Flaugher J, training guide for nursing home personnel, $8

2. Strategic Planning by Rural Texas Hospitals 1992

Landry C, $5

3. Strategic Planning by Texas Nursing Facilities 1995

Knox J, $8

4. 3 R's of Staff Development: Roles, Rights, and Responsibilities 1991

Flaugher J, training guide for nursing home personnel, $8
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5. Techniques for Improving Perceptual and Memory Processes 1995

in the Hospitalized Elderly and Implications for Geriatrics and 

Gerontological Teaching

Loera J, $12

6. Variations in Aging: Older Minorities 1994

a. Curriculum Module, $12

b. Audiovisual Materials List, $5

c. Reference List, $12

d. A complete set of Variations in Aging containing the above three 

components, $25

4th Edition; Yee, BWK

(Orders must be prepaid. To order, make check payable to TCGEC and

mail to TCGEC Coordinator Health Promotion & Gerontology UTMB - SAHS, 

Rt. J-28, Galveston, TX 77555-1028.Shipping and Handling $5)

Learning Modules/Training Resources: Year Produced

1. Accident Prevention and Injury Control: Driver Safety and 1989

Health Promotion for Older Adults

Yee D, $5

2. Accident Prevention and Injury Control: Pedestrian Safety 1989

and Health Promotion for Older Adults

Yee D, $5

3. The Aging Process: Facts and Myths 1991

Rammel M, training guide, $8

4. Arthritis, Medication, and the Elderly: A Health Promotion Survey 1991

 Stephenson K, $5

5. Assessment of the Ability of the Individual Sixty-Five Years of Age 1994

and Over for Independent Living with Appropriate Nursing Intervention 

O'Meara NB, $7

6. Caregiving to the Frail Elderly 1989

Catron L, Chiriboga D, $5
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7. Clinical Laboratory Tests in Elderly Subjects 1994

a. Clinical Laboratory Reference Ranges in Elderly Subjects

Linde M K, $8

b. Understanding Common Clinical Laboratory Tests: A Reference 

Guide for Elderly Patients and Caregivers; Linde M K, $8

c. Set of both of the above components, $13

8. Current Issues for Nursing Home Personnel 1991

Keith A, training guide, $8

9. Developing an Education Unit in Health Education and Promotion 1989

for Older Adults: A Collaborative Approach

Smith D, Yee D, Fleishman R, $7

10. Development of an Elective Geriatric Course for Physical 1992

Therapy Students

Utsey C, $5 

Virginia

Virginia Geriatric Education Center

Virginia Commonwealth University

Medical College of Virginia Campus, Box 980228

Richmond, VA 23298-0228

(804) 828-9060

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. Aging and Developmental Disabilities: Issues of Concern to Families 1991

Videotape of two-hour teleconference. Speakers are Eunice Kennedy Schriver,

Matsha Mailick Seltzer, Marty Wyngaarden Krauss, Tamar Heller, and Henry A.

Beyer. Available from Terra Nova Films,(773)881-8491.

2. Aging of the Baby Boomers 1997
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This 30-minute video focuses on the coming of age of the generation born betwe

en

1946

and

1964

and

consid

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impact

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resour

ces as

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Boom

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prese

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promi

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Charle

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Longin

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Ferna

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Satellit

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Servic

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257-

2578.

3. Alcoholism and Substance Abuse in Older Adults 1990

Videotape of two-hour teleconference. Speakers are Mary L. Ganikos, Margaret

Gordon, Frederic C. Blow, and Ray Raschko. Available from Terra Nova

Films,(773)881-8491.

4. Ethnic Diversity: Barrier or Benefit in Health Care for the Elderly? 1991

Videotape of two-hour teleconference. Speakers are Joyce T. Berry, Fernando

Torres-Gil, Spero Manson, Veronica Scott, and Jennie Chin Hansen. Available

from Terra Nova Films, (773) 881-8491.

5. Geriatric Rehabilitation 1993

Series of 13 two-hour videotapes which comprise a 3-credit graduate-level

videocourse. Emphasis is on the nature of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation

process with older adults. Consideration is given to major disabling conditions in

late life as well as to aging with a lifelong disability. Includes an accompanying

handbook with learning objectives, assigned readings, content outline, and

supplementary activities and materials for each class session. Available from the

VGEC, (804) 828-9060.

6. Keeping the Elderly Independent: 1991

Functional Assessment and Assistive Devices

Medical and therapeutic experts discuss how to help maintain the independence of

older adults who are frail but living at home. Panel includes Kenneth BrummelSmith, Joan Rogers, and James O'Brien. Features demonstration of a "get-upand-go" screening in the physician's office. 30-minute video. Has been used

extensively by the American Medical Association to train physicians. Available

from the VGEC,(804)828-9060. 

7. Promoting the Independence of Older Adults through 1991 

the Use of Assistive Devices

Videotape of two-hour teleconference. Speakers are Kenneth Brummel-Smith,

James G. O'Brien, Joan Rogers, and Cynthia Gerstenlauer. Available from Terra

Nova Films, (773)881-8491.

8. Psychology of Aging 1994

Series of 13 two-hour videotapes which comprise a 3-credit graduate-level

videocourse. Format involves alternating mini-lectures with discussions or case

studies. Guest faculty include prominent gerontologists such as James E. Birren,
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John R. Nesselroade, K. Warner Schaie, Sherry L. Willis, Harvey L. Sterns, Timothy

A. Salthouse, Bert Hayslip, and May L. Wykle. Includes accompanying handbook

with learning objectives, assigned readings, content outline, supplementary

readings and other materials for each class session. Available from the VGEC,

(804)828-9060.

9. Stroke Rehabilitation 1991

Videotape of two-hour teleconference. Speakers are T. Franklin Williams, Thomas

P. Anderson, Bryan Kemp, and Susan Ryerson. Available from Terra Nova Films,

(773)881-8491.

10. The Triple Threat of Genito-Urinary Disease: 1992

Implications for Improving Quality of Life 

Videotape of two-hour teleconference. Speakers are Joseph G. Ouslander, Jerry

Blaivas, Thelma Wells, and Thomas Mulligan. Available from Terra Nova Films,

(773) 881-8491.

Washington

Northwest Geriatric Education Center

University of Washington

Box 358123

Seattle, WA 98195-8123

(206) 685-7478

Written Materials:

Health Promotion Curriculum Module Series

Over the course of the last decade, research in health promotion has documented the

positive effects of a healthy lifestyle on health outcomes. A growing body of evidence

clearly indicates that healthy behaviors play a major role in preventing unnecessary

disease, postponing disability and improving quality of life for all age groups, including

older adults and that changing certain health behaviors, even in old age, can benefit health

and quality of life. The overall purpose of the Northwest Geriatric Education Center's

Curriculum Module Series is to provide community-based providers in the field of aging

with a set of self-study guides to assist them in developing and implementing various

health promotion interventions to prevent disease and postpone further disability for the

older adults they serve. 

Each Curriculum Module developed by NWGEC faculty/consultants covers a specific agerelated physical or mental health condition that can be prevented, postponed, or
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ameliorated by health promotion interventions. 

Curriculum Modules provide the reader with:

! current information and relevant research findings useable in community settings

! current information regarding efficacy of intervention strategies with older adults

! assistance in identifying related resources and materials 

Module Topics Year Produced

1. Depression: Health Promotion for Older Adults

by Linda Teri PhD, Professor, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences 

at the UW and Director/Chief Psychologist of the Geriatric and Family Services 

Clinic at the UW Medical Center 

2. Depression: Health Promotion for Older Persons with Developmental 

Disabilities

modifications by Andrew S. Byrne MS, Certified Mental Health Counselor, 

Bayshore Associates, Bellingham WA 

3. Nutrition: Health Promotion for Older Adults

by Jeffrey I. Wallace MD, MPH, Assistant Professor, UW School of Medicine 

4. Osteoporosis: Health Promotion for Older Adults

by Andrea Z. LaCroix PhD, Associate Professor of Epidemiology at the UW and 

Clinical Coordinator, Women's Health Initiative, Fred Hutchinson Cancer 

Research Center 

5. Osteoporosis: Health Promotion for Older Persons with Developmental 

Disabilities

modifications by Karen Anderson MD, MPH, Lead Physician, Fircrest 

Rehabilitation Center, Seattle

6. Dementia: Health Promotion for Older Adults 1997

by Linda Teri PhD, UW Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

7. Diabetes Mellitus: Health Promotion for Older Adults 1997

by Linda Haas RN, CDE includes videotape on foot care

8. Falls Injury: Health Promotion for Older Adults 1997

by David Buchner MD, MPH, UW School of Public Health & Community Medicine 

9. Implementing Health Promotion in Community Settings 1997

by Joan Greathouse MEd, Joan Greathouse Consulting Co: Creative Solutions in 

Health Promotion
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10. Nutrition: Health Promotion for Asian/Pacific Islander Winter 1998

Older Adults

modifications by Julie Drzeweicki, Sefie Cabaio and Lester Tran, International 

District Community Health Center

11. Nutrition: Health Promotion for Hispanic Older Adults Winter 1998

modifications by Charlotte Myers RD, Clinical Dietitian, Sea Mar Community 

Health Centers, Seattle

12. Nutrition: Health Promotion for Older Persons with Fall 1997

Developmental Disabilities

modifications by Cristine Trahms MS, Head, Nutrition Section, UW's Center on 

Human Development and Disability

13. Physical Activity: Health Promotion for Older Adults Summer 1997

and Older Persons with Developmental Disabilities

by M. Elaine Cress PhD, Research Associate, UW School of Medicine and the 

School of Public Health and Community Medicine's Northwest Prevention Effecti

venes

s

Center

modifi

cation

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Kenne

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Jaffe

MD,

Profes

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Rehab

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Medici

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Wisconsin

Wisconsin Geriatric Education Center

Marquette University

PO Box 1881

Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881

(414) 288-3712

Electronic Multimedia Resources:

Videotape Library Year Produced

1. An Interdisciplinary Approach to Feeding Problems in the Older Adult 1995

2. Approach to the Malnourished Older Adult: Interdisciplinary and 1993

Multicultural Issues

3. Dental Care for the Cognitively Impaired Older Adult: 1994

Prioritizing Service Needs

4. Dental Care of the Stroke Patient: Assessment and 1995

Treatment Considerations

5. Important Medical Decisions for the Hispanic Community (in Spanish) 1993

6. Important Medical Decisions for the Hmong Community (in Hmong) 1993

7. Interdisciplinary Therapy Techniques for Challenging Older Adults 1993

8. Maximizing the Effectiveness of Resident Outcomes by Integrating 1994

Pharmaceutical and Clinical Approaches

Audiotapes Year Produced

1. Falls, Cognitive Impairment, and Pain Management in Terminally Ill 1993

Educational Teleconference Network (ETN) Series

2. Urinary Incontinence, Osteoporosis, Dysphagia, End of Life Decisions 1993

Educational Teleconference Network (ETN) Series

3. Wisconsin Geriatric Education Center Conferences/Trainings
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Written Materials:

Conference/Course Syllabi Year Produced

1. Intensive Training Program Manuals (1997), (1996), (1995), (1994), (1993), (1990),

(1989), (1988), (1987).

2. Milwaukee County Department on Aging Training Manuals (1997), (1996), (1995),

(1994), (1993).

3. North Division High School: Introduction to Geriatrics/Gerontology (1997), (1996),

(1995).

Curriculum Year Produced

1. Curriculum Modules for Training Acute Care Health 1997

Professionals Serving Dementia Patients 

Introduction to Alzheimer's Disease; Pain Assessment; Eating and Nutrition;

Admission Assessment/Discharge Planning; Toileting/Incontinence

2. Developmental Disabilities and Aging 1996

A Training Module for Paraprofessional Caregivers

3. Developing an Educational Program 1995

A Curriculum Development Guide for Health Care Providers

4. Identifying Elder Abuse 1994

A Module for Training Those Who Work with Older Adults

5. Multicultural Focus on Advance Directives Training Module 1994

6. "Tips" for Trainers: A Handbook for Training Those 1993

Who Work with Elderly

7. Working with Older Adults 1990

Health Promotion Perspectives for Health and Social Service Professionals, 

Health Promotion and the Elderly Training Module
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Other Written Materials Year Produced

1. Audiovisual Resources for Gerontological and 1996,1989

Geriatric Education

2. Behavioral Disorders

Thomas R. Loepfe, MD; Franciscan Skemp Healthcare, La Crosse, WI, Kathy A.

Biernat, MS; Medical College of Wisconsin, Produced by Wisconsin Geriatrics

Education Center/Medical College of Wisconsin, Training manual, incorporate

sides, 59 text pages. At the conclusion of the module, the learner will be able to:

describe the differences between environmental, physical and psychological

contributors to behavioral disorders, identify strategies to assess a behavioral

disorder, distinguish between behavioral disorders treatable and not treatable with

medications, compare and contrast the following types of behavioral disorders:

agitation (aggression and sundowning), wandering, psychosis, sleep disorders in

dementia, apply knowledge of behavioral disorders in the elderly to a case study

involving one

3. Course Listings in Geriatrics/Gerontology (Wisconsin) 1988-89

4. Dementia

Edith Burns, MD, University of Wisconsin, Geriatrics Institute, Virginia Rediske, MA,

Medical College of Wisconsin, Produced by Wisconsin Geriatric Education Center/

Medical College of Wisconsin, training manual, incorporates slides, 55 text pages. 

The manual is designed to achieve the following objectives: develop a differential

diagnosis identifying the common etiologies of dementia, describe the relevant

assessment of an individual presenting with memory loss for a first time evaluation,

develop a diagnostic/therapeutic plan to optimize function in the most independent

setting, and describe appropriate support resources available in the community for

patients and families dealing with dementia.

5. GEC Pipeline monthly

national newsletter for GEC's

6. Geriatric Incontinence

David A. Momont, MD and Sheila L. Momont, MD; Gundersen Lutheran, La Crosse,

WI, Kathy A. Biernat, MS; Medical College of Wisconsin, Produced by Wisconsin

Geriatrics Education Center/Medical College of Wisconsin, Training manual,

incorporate sides, 56 text pages. At the conclusion of the module, the learner will

be able to cite the epidemiology and public health importance of incontinence in the

elderly, evaluate this symptom in their elderly patients, perform the necessary

history and physical examination to differentiate between the currently recognized

causes of incontinence, compare and contrast the following types of incontinence: 
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urge, stress and mixed, formulate a treatment plan for each of the types of

incontinence described

7. Geriatrics Pharmacology: New Drugs for Old People

David Watts, MD; University of Wisconsin-Madison, Kathy A. Biernat, MS; 

Medical College of Wisconsin, Produced by Wisconsin Geriatrics Education

Center/ Medical College of Wisconsin, Training manual, incorporate sides, 83 text

pages. At the conclusion of the module, the learner will be able to: Describe

changes in aging physiology that affect drug handling (i.e. absorption, distribution,

metabolism, and excretion). The resident will be able to describe these changes

with respect to changes in body composition, changes in liver and kidney functions

and enhanced or decreased levels of receptor sensitivity. Contrast the patterns of

drug usage in the elderly with drug use patterns in younger populations. Explain

how patterns of drug use in the elderly may lead to increased incidence of adverse

reactions. Given a clinical scenario, critically assess the positive, negative or lack

of effects of medication on a patientÆs ability to function

8. Geriatric Physiology

Robert Phillips, Marshfield Clinic, Virginia Rediske, MA, Medical College of

Wisconsin, produced by Wisconsin Geriatric Education Center, Medical College of

Wisconsin, training manual, incorporates slides, 90 text pages. The module is

designed to achieve the following objectives: define aging and describe physiologic

changes of aging depicting alterations in rhythms, pulsatile secretions and

complexity, describe the principle changes with aging including changes in height,

body water and body fat, identify key components of physiologic aging in the

following selected organ systems: Cardiovascular, Renal, CNS, Endocrine and

Immune, and utilizing case studies explain what decompensation of the

cardiovascular, central nervous and endocrine systems result in: including diastolic

dysfunction and congestive heart failure; delirium as the initial manifestation of

acute illness in the elderly

9. Geriatric Prevention: The Role of Preventive Medicine in Optimizing Active 

Life Expectancy

Amy Helwig, MD; Columbia Family Medicine Residency, Milwaukee, WI, Kathy A.

Biernat, MS; Medical College of Wisconsin, Produced by Wisconsin Geriatrics

Education Center/Medical College of Wisconsin, Training manual, incorporate

sides, 56 text pages. At the conclusion of the module, the learner will be able to:

Understand the role of prevention on Quality of life Dependence on others, Potential

institutionalization, Appreciate the importance of exercise, home environment, and

nutrition for the elderly Incorporate adaptations for history and physical exam in the

elderly patient, Appreciate the lack of evidence (and potential lack of evidence)

behind current prevention recommendations, Emphasize preventive techniques that

impact the quality of life and decrease mortality.
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10. Immobility

Scott Erickson, MD, Marshfield Clinic, Virginia Rediske, MA, Medical College of

Wisconsin, produced by Wisconsin Geriatrics Education Center/Medical College of

Wisconsin, training manual, incorporate sides, 50 text pages. The module is

designed to achieve the following objectives: define the physiologic and medical

complications of progressive immobility, state the assessment parameters which

can be used to determine balance/mobility, state the objectives for the treatment of

immobility, and given a patient scenario, evaluate options in treatment including

physical therapy, occupational therapy and assistive devices and chose

appropriately.

11. Long-Term Care Systems

Rich Kane, MD, University of Wisconsin, Geriatrics Institute, Virginia Rediske, MA,

Medical College of Wisconsin, Produced by Wisconsin Geriatrics Education

Center/ Medical College of Wisconsin, training manual, incorporates slides, 60 text

pages. The module is designed to achieve the following objectives:

describe/contrast the different living environments for elderly people, institutional

and non-institutional, explain the concept of a living environment which is the least

restrictive, yet provides adequate/ appropriate care, identify the goals of the

multidisciplinary team in a nursing home, and describe the role of the physician as

part of the multidisciplinary team

12. Osteoporosis

Nadeem Siddiqui, MD; Medical College of Wisconsin, Kathy A. Biernat, MS;

Medical College of Wisconsin, Produced by Wisconsin Geriatrics Education

Center/Medical College of Wisconsin, training manual, incorporate sides, 49 text

pages. At the conclusion of the module, the learner will be able to: differentiate

between osteoporosis, osteopenia, osteomalacia, compare and contrast the

different types of osteoporosis (including Idiopathic Osteoporosis, Type I

Osteoporosis and Type II Osteoporosis), describe the BMD Independent and BMD

Dependent risk factors for osteoporosis, discuss Bone Mineral Density

Measurement with respect to indications for use, advantages and disadvantages,

and interpretation of T and z scores, describe the role of Calcium and Vitamin D in

the treatment of osteoporosis, describe the role and indications for use of the

following in the treatment of osteoporosis: Estrogen, Bisphosphonates, Calcitonin,

Fluoride.

13. Post-Graduate Educational Opportunities in Geriatric Dentistry 1993

14. Practical Approaches to Geriatric Care

Edmund Duthie, Jr., MD; Medical College of Wisconsin, Kathy A. Biernat, MS;

Medical College of Wisconsin, Produced by Wisconsin Geriatrics Education
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Center/Medical College of Wisconsin, Training manual, incorporate sides, 39 text

pages. At the conclusion of the module, the learner will be able to: Differentiate

between geriatrics and gerontology, Distinguish between life span and life

expectancy, Describe the characteristics of the geriatric population, Contrast the

geriatric population from other groups of patients, Identify the leading causes of

death and the major medical conditions of the geriatric population, Optimize patient

care by using function as an organizational factor, Use a specific instrument of

assessment (BarthelÆs) to screen geriatric patients 100% of the time for function,

Assess the activities of instrumental and activities of daily living 100% of the time

when indicated.

15. Topics in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention for the Elderly 1992

Resource collection of outlines, bibliographies, and selected reference materials

16. WGEC Newsletter tri-yearly

published quarterly through 1993; currently published tri-yearly