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Book Detail
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Assisted Living Administration and Management:
Effective Practices and Model Programs in Elder Care
Yee-Melichar, Darlene
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Category: ConsHlth: Home Health Care Publisher: Springer Publishing Company Imprint: Springer Publishing Company Affiliation: San Francisco State University Audience: Professional and scholarly Dimensions: 9.0 x 1.0 x 6.0 in NOTE: THIS IS A NON-RETURNABLE ITEM
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Synopsis:
Essential for assisted living and senior housing administrators, as well as graduate students, this book contains the most practical guidelines for operating assisted living facilities. The authors provide advice on hiring and training staff, architecture and space management, and more. This multidisciplinary book is conveniently organized to cover the most essential aspects of management, including: organization; human resources; business and finance; environment; and resident care. Key Features: Highlights the most effective practices and model programs in eldercare that are currently used by facilities throughout the United States Contains useful details on business and financial management, including guidelines for marketing, legal issues and terms, and public policy issues Includes chapters on environmental management, with information on accessibility, physical plant maintenance, and disaster preparedness Emphasizes the importance of holistic, resident care management, by examining the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging Enables students to evaluate, analyze, and synthesize information on how to operate assisted living facilities Assisted Living Administration and Management contains all the essentials for students new to the field, as well as nuanced information for professionals looking to fine-tune their skills. The authors provide the necessary tools to maximize the overall health, safety, and comfort of residents.
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