Boon To Care And Life Issues

Arlington, VA — The 60 Plus Association salutes the U.S. Administration on Aging (AoA) and Assistant Secretary on Aging Josefina G. Carbonell for support in findings released in a new book based on a study of respite care and Alzheimer’s disease.

60 Plus Association President Jim Martin said, “Alzheimer’s disease now touches more than four million Americans and that number grows steadily. In looking for answers to what causes the disease, the special needs of the patient struck by the disease and the caregivers who struggle in support of the patient, actions by AoA are proactive and necessary. 60 Plus salutes Assistant Secretary of Aging Josefina Carbonell. Senior citizens have no finer friend than Secretary Carbonell.”

The book, A New Look at Community Based Respite Programs: Utilization, Satisfaction and Development (Hayworth Press) was funded by AoA, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Assistant Secretary on Aging Carbonell said, “As more Baby Boomers are reaching the age of highest risk for Alzheimer’s disease…the AoA Alzheimer’s Program is a perfect example of the kinds of flexible, community-based care that will make a difference in the lives of older Americans in the future.”

Martin emphasized, “60 Plus agrees. Properly designed community-based programs make a significant difference to quality care and the quality of life for both the patient and the caregiver.”

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