Jeannette Franks

Broschiertes Buch

Intentional Aging

7 Practical Actions to Live Well and Minimize the Risk of Dementia

Beschreibung

Aging well is achievable. Learn from the 7 concise chapters in this book: how to avoid dementia; how to maximize your finances; how to document your end-of-life choices; make a home to age in place; and how to age well with purpose and joy.

Autor

Jeannette Franks, PhD, is a passionate gerontologist and for over 25 years taught ethics, grief and loss, and courses on geriatrics and gerontology for the University of Washington. She received her PhD, MA, and BA from the UW.Dr. Franks says, "After many years in the field of aging and long-term care, I've seen many mistakes and many wise choices. In my books I give tools and frameworks for better decision making." She recently completed a new book, Intentional Aging: 7 Practical Actions to Live Well and Minimize the Risk of Dementia.That book is based on a series of interactive talks to hundreds of people called, "7 Actions You Can Take to Avoid a Nursing Home." One of the most important actions you can take is to read her books!Dr. Franks studied, worked, and taught at the University of Washington for over 30 years. She is a former board member of the Bainbridge Island Senior and Community Center for seven years and a hospice volunteer for over 10 years. She served on the King County and Kitsap County Advisory Councils on Aging for a total of over 15 years. Jeannette is also often recognized for her native plant and forest restoration.

Produktdetails

• Seitenzahl: 140
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Dezember 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 168g
• ISBN-13: 9798218117283
• Artikelnr.: 66927945