Date
2006
Document Type
Capstone
Degree
Master of Arts
Program
Family Life Education
Capstone Committee Member (Advisor 1)
Jackie Mosqueda
Capstone Committee Member (Advisor 2)
Mary Kingston
Abstract
As the older adult experiences the latter years of the life cycle they will also encounter losses which are a natural part of the aging process. The way an individual responds to these losses can be the difference between living through the loss and becoming socially isolated. This project presents a series of four workshops to be used by Family Life Educators. They are designed to help older adults acknowledge that loss will most likely be a part of their life and to explore the decisions they can make to protect themselves from the danger of becoming isolated. Providing an opportunity for older adults to openly discuss the issues surrounding age related loss will assist them in planning ahead of time what their possible response to a loss may be. The Prevention of Social Isolation Project was developed in response to the limited number of family education resources available for the older adult.
Recommended Citation
Heine, M. G. (2006). The Prevention of Social Isolation Among Older Adults Which Can Result From the Natural Losses Associated with Aging (Thesis, Concordia University, St. Paul). Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.csp.edu/legacy-capstones_mahs/7Restricted
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