week 1- aging in canada Flashcards
young old
65-74
middle old
75-84
old old
85-100
elite old
100+
factors affecting successful aging
environmental, social, biological, psychological, spiritual, cultural
healthy aging
describes the process of optimizing opportunities for physical, social and mental health to enable seniors to take an active part in society without discrimination and enjoy independence/quality of life
key areas of federal government focus in 2010 (healthy aging related)
social connectedness, physical activity, healthy eating, falls prevention, tobacco control
attributes of successful agers
- higher income
- engaging in activities (cultural, religious or educational)
- engaging in moderate physical activity
- no sleeping issues, not obese, no smoking
- free from heart disease or arthritis
- female
- social connection
- canadian born (vs immigrated)
implications of longevity
- need for culturally and linguistically appropriate services
- active and healthy lifestyles are made easy to do
- prevention of chronic diseases and physical disabilities
- promotion of positive mental health and social connection
- law and policy makers need to adapt to our demographic changes
current demographic trends
- longevity/increased life span
- decreasing fertility rates
- increased immigration and diversity
- urbanization of younger people
- increasing health inequity of racial minorities and indigenous peoples
- increased population growth
preferred terminology for older people
older adult
what does health look like later in life?
thought of in terms of functional ability rather than the absence of disease, independence is not always the goal
holistic approach to health
an integrated method of functioning which is oriented toward maximizing the potential of which the individual is capable within the environment where he is functioning
themes of societal factors that influence attitudes about aging
industrialization, medical advances, globalization, medicare, privatization, individualism, populism, protectionism, gap b/w rich and poor, technology
primary health care approach
builds health and attends to the determinants of health
primary health care principles
accessibility, public participation, health promotion, appropriate technology and intersectoral collaboration
accessibility
availability of health services to all canadians regardless of their age or geographic location
health promotion
process of enabling people to increase control over and to improve their health
public participation
refers to individual older adults and their communities being active partners in making decisions about their health care and the health of their communities
appropriate technology
includes methods of care, service delivery, procedures and equipment that are socially acceptable and affordable
intersectoral collaboration
recognizes that health and well-being are linked to both economic and social policy
what does senior friendly care look like?
- physical spaces are conducive to the needs of older adults
- care is respectful, compassionate and free of ageism
- care encompasses equity and respects rights
- senior friendly care is an organizational priority
- processes of care are evidence-based and aligned with older adult’s goals and preferences
how can we promote healthy aging in LTC facilities?
maximize self-care despite disabilities, cognitively stimulating activities, respect and dignity, supporting in meaning-making, authentic relationships
denmark effect
- in 1988, Denmark started to prioritize the provision of home and community care for its aging population
- they only have 14.2 LTC beds per 1000 people, whereas Canada has 54
- alternative level of care rate is 1%
- they have a 9.5% GDP spend compared to 12.2% in Canada
