Aging AmericA Newsletter

December 2000 - MATURE MARKET RESOURCES - PAGE 4

13 - Ancient Advice for the Second Half of Life offers a new interpretation of Tao Te Ching for the elder sage. Many traditional societies venerate the role of sage. For example, Chinese philosophy assumes that a person does not have the capacity for true wisdom until one has experienced all emotions of life. In Taoism, the older person who becomes a sage is the model of a life of freedom and contentment to which all aspire, a model that helps us come to terms with our own mortality. The book contains inspirational passages related to aspects of human aging and later life. Marlowe and Company, New York, December 2000. 124 pages. $13.95. In bookstores now.

14 - Going Abroad: 101 Tips for Mature Travelers is a free publication that answers the most common questions about trip preparation, home security, packing, money conversion, shopping, transportation, and customs regulations, and communicating in a foreign country, The booklet also includes photography tips and advice. For example, many cultures have taboos against taking pictures or are simply offended by the idea. Readers will also find a health and fitness section, tipping guide, cruise section, and traveler reference guide. Published by Grand Circle Travel, Boston, Massachusetts. To request a free copy of "Going Abroad: 101 Tips for Mature Travelers", contact Grand Circle Travel: 1-800-248-3737.

15 - Foot Care is a quarterly fact sheet on foot advice from the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS). The AOFAS, based in Seattle, Washington, is a group of orthopaedic surgeons who have special interests and training in the foot and ankle. AOFAS also provides a free guide for diabetic foot care. Diabetics often suffer from neuropathy which is a loss of feeling due to gradual loss of nerve function. The guide discusses symptoms, treatment options, circulation, bone injury, infections, and prevention. Materials are written with authority in a well-organized, easily understood format. Request free foot care materials from AOFAS at: 1-800-235-4855. "An outstanding effort in consumer health education." AgeVenture News Service.

16 - Evaluation of Hope for Elderly Independence is a report to Congress on demonstration programs designed to enhance the lives of elders. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released the evaluation report as a tool for formulating policy that caters to the nation's increasing older population. HUD summarizes the evaluation of the HOPE for Elderly Independence Demonstration Program and the New Congregate Housing Services Program. The research helps HUD develop cost-effective policies to help America's growing frail elderly population to live independently outside institutions such as nursing homes. Cost: $5. Request HUD document number: ACCN-HUD11053. Orders accepted via voice-mail: 1-800-245-2691, or online at: www.huduser.org

 

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