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Members of the baby-boom generation benefited mightily from Dr. Spock in their childhood and from Dr. Lamaze in their childbearing years. Now they will have Dr. Thomas to thank for bringing caring and common sense to their older stage of life. What Are Old People For? draws from popular culture, history, science, and literature to create a strong vision for a future in which old age becomes a healing force in our society. All readers will appreciate the positive vision, spiritual hope, and prescriptive advice that characterize this book. Dr. Thomas shows us how we can—
- Enjoy what aging has to offer us, and actually welcome it into our lives.
- Abolish today’s version of nursing homes so that no elder has to fear being placed in an institution.
- Develop the capacity for peacemaking and wisdom giving that grows within older people.
- Create Green Houses—communities where older people live together intentionally, bringing meaning and worth to the last half of life.
- Begin building a society where aging and longevity are used to improve life for people of all ages.
“A groundbreaking book that should change forever the way we think about the meaning of aging.” —Harry R. Moody, International Longevity Center–USA and Chairman of the Board, Elderhostel
“On target! My head is spinning with where all of this can lead.” —
Arthur Rashap, Jefferson Area Board for Aging
“The book is magnificent. It is rich, entertaining, and
inspiring. I sat in my office and cried.” —Joyce Ebmeier, health-care administrator
FIRST-PLACE WINNER
TRADE BOOK CATEGORY
American Medical Writers
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CONSUMER HEALTH BOOK OF THE YEAR
American Journal of Nursing
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