| This ground-breaking new book in the field of aging and
gerontological social work fills a major gap in social work literature by debunking the
myth that older people are less productive than younger ones. It redefines and expands the
profession's responsibility in previously unexplored territory, including a much-needed
emphasis on promoting and sustaining empowerment, voice, and engagement of older adults in
the lifeblood of their families and communities. Perspectives on Productive Aging
lays out a far-reaching set of contemporary functions that social workers will need to
assume in advocating for elder rights and quality of life. Focusing on the new cohort of
older adults and those that will follow them—the leading edge baby boomers who are
nearing retirement—the book expands our professional perspective on working with
elders who are educated, active, mobile, financially secure, and engaged. It examines
social work practice in nontraditional practice areas and settings, including physical
fitness, spirituality and religion, the workplace, voluntarism, and education and
learning.
The first in the NASW Press Practice Series on Aging, this challenging book is a must
for practitioners, faculty, and students who work with older adults. In addition, it is a
valuable tool for gerontological social work continuing education workshops and community
seminars in agencies that work with elders and their families. |
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