State of the Science Symposium on Aging and Developmental Disabilities, (December 2008). Heller, T., Janicki. M.P., Marks, B., Hammel, J. & Factor, A.

Brief report on the symposium State of the Science in Aging with Developmental Disabilities: Charting Lifespan Trajectories and Supportive Environments for Healthy Community Living on May 21–22, 2007, in Atlanta, Georgia

ITEM NO: 900.011
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Older adults with mental retardation/ developmental disabilities and their aging family caregivers, (Rev. March, 2004). Heller, T., & Factor, A.

This fact sheet uses a question-and-answer format to present frequently requested information about aging with mental retardation. It provides an overview of demographics, age-related changes, service and support needs for older adults and their families, and new service models and resources.

ITEM NO: 600.001
COST PER UNIT: No charge for one copy.
Can be downloaded at no charge
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Aging with developmental disabilities: An information packet on understanding age-related changes and supporting successful aging, (1997). Factor, A.

This packet provides a basic understanding of age-related changes and their implications for adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Topics include: the aging process and its implications; supporting individual choice and community membership; and engaging and supporting older families in making future plans for their relative with a disability. It contains guidelines and practical suggestions for supporting individual choice and community membership, healthy aging and family future planning.

ITEM NO: 920.001
COST PER UNIT: $15.00
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