In this book, you will learn how to prevent injuries at home by making your home a safe place and how to reduce your health risks, both of which are key drivers for hospital admissions.

How do we go about this? We don't even know where to start." This is the overshadowing climate that exists until a navigational chart is presented.

Families Caring for an Aging America examines the prevalence and nature of family caregiving of older adults and the available evidence on the effectiveness of programs, supports, and other interventions designed to support family ...

With information on how to talk to your loved ones about the situation, handle the emotional stress, stay financially secure, and take the time to care for yourself, this guide can help you care for your loved one and yourself at the same ...

This book describes the current state of long-term care, identifying problem areas and offering recommendations for federal and state policymakers. Who uses long-term care? How have the characteristics of this population changed over time?

To address this need, the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), with additional funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, has prepared this comprehensive, 1,400-page, handbook for nurses on patient safety and quality -- ...

This book is a summary of that workshop, representing the culmination of the first phase of the study.

In an era when taking charge of one's health is more important than ever, this book can save you money and result in better health outcomes.

Dementia Home Care: How to Prepare Before, During and After will examine taking on the role of care giver and help them make informed decisions about in-home care giving.

On September 30 and October 1, 2014, the Institute of Medicine and the National Research Council convened a public workshop on the future of home health care.