Journal article
The role of the aging network in identifying and providing care to older adults with mental illnesses
Journal of mental health and aging, Vol.8(3), pp.241-253
10/01/2002
Abstract
Older persons who experience diagnosable forms of mental illness are less likely to be identified and treated than other population groups. The Administration on Aging declared that this is a substantive public policy problem and called upon the aging network to respond. How exactly does the aging network serve older persons with mental illnesses and what are the directions for future activity? In this research, we answered these questions after surveying 48 experts from the State Units on Aging and gathering information about programs targeting older persons with mental illnesses. We found that activities within the aging network have increased significantly over the last 20 yrs, and 28 states administered at least one program for older persons with mental illness. Most programs were targeted exclusively toward persons with dementia, but administrative and financial support was minimal. If the aging network is going to play a role in serving the growing population of older persons with mental illnesses, then a greater range of programs must be developed. The Administration On Aging can take the lead by increasing administrative and financial support beyond current levels.
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- The role of the aging network in identifying and providing care to older adults with mental illnesses
- Creators
- Brian KaskieKaren LinkinsCarroll L Estes
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publication Details
- Journal of mental health and aging, Vol.8(3), pp.241-253
- ISSN
- 1078-4470
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 10/01/2002
- Academic Unit
- Health Management and Policy
- Record Identifier
- 9984214672402771
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