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Overview
An ever-more diverse America is getting older, but American policies are not growing with the needs of our ethnic and aging society. Age Through Ethnic Lenses explores the distinct characteristics and unique social, political, economic, and cultural situations of America's aged, while highlighting the common needs and objectives among all aging Americans. With portraits of Asians, Latinos, individuals of European and African origins, Native Americans, Socio-religious groups, women, gay men and women, and the rural aged, this book broadens our perspective on the issues of long-term care, and provides a valuable guide for future public policy as we enter the twenty-first century.
Synopsis
An ever-more diverse America is getting older, but American policies are not growing with the needs of our ethnic and aging society. Age Through Ethnic Lenses explores the distinct characteristics and unique social, political, economic, and cultural situations of America's aged, while highlighting the common needs and objectives among all aging Americans. With portraits of Asians, Latinos, individuals of European and African origins, Native Americans, Socio-religious groups, women, gay men and women, and the rural aged, this book broadens our perspective on the issues of long-term care, and provides a valuable guide for future public policy as we enter the twenty-first century.
Booknews
Twenty-one contributions from academics and researchers focus on care for the ethnic elderly. A sampling of topics includes Japanese American elderly, invited Korean elderly and their married children, care options for older Mexican Americans, aging Haitian Americans in New York City, Native American elderly, and the status of older people in the Italian American family. Coverage extends to elders in particular socioreligious groups such as Mormons and Amish, the rural elderly, and considerations of sexual orientation and gender. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)