Essentials for the Activity Professional in Long Term Care (Paperback)

by Sue Lanza (Author)

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Product Description
This textbook outlines key subject matter for activity professionals in the long term care setting, who are in training or are already working in the field. Thoroughly researched and referenced, this text will provide a comprehensive understanding of all relevant information needed by activity professionals. The first section covers the history of the field, the aging process, getting to know residents, and touches on management and environmental issues. Section two focuses on activity planning and implementation, as well as budgeting, program development, and group leadership. Program evaluation and enhancement are presented in section three which also reviews regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and typical problems and solutions. (Long-term care, activity professionals, training, restorative care)

About the Author
Sue Lanza is employed at the Berkeley Hall Nursing Home in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 1 edition (October 3, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0827373872
• ISBN-13: 978-0827373877
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #292,593 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars More than the essentials, July 16, 2001

By	"jimag" (Somerset, NJ United States) - See all my reviews

Essentials for the Activity Professional in Long Term Care turned out to be much more than just the essentials. The book is well thought out, and goes into detail when it is needed. I believe that it would be valuable to both the seasoned long term care manager, as well as those new to the field. I particularly liked the "Key Terms" and "Objectives" at the beginning of each chapter, which was great for quickly seeing what REALLY is included in a chapter, which is often difficult to tell in textbooks just from the chapter title. The book also includes facsimiles of actual forms in the documentation section, and there is nothing quite like seeing the real thing. A very well rounded look at long term care. Lots of pictures and charts keep things moving along, and there are self-assessment exams. I would recommend this book to anyone in long term care, regardless of their position.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars i needed it for class, March 20, 2006

By	Cecelia Cottrell - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this book because I had to have it for school,
it is full of infromation on activities from history to the
future. it is a must have for anyone in the health care profession