Ready for Edna

Ready for Edna

Series Title(s):
Quest for Security
Contributor(s):
Barnouw, Erik, 1908-2001, screenwriter
United States. Public Health Service. Division of Chronic Diseases. Gerontology Branch.
National Educational Television and Radio Center, issuing body.
Columbia University. Press. Center for Mass Communication, production company.
Publication:
New York City : National Educational Television and Radio Center, [1964]
Language(s):
English
Format:
Moving image
Subject(s):
Health Services for the Aged
Population Dynamics
Social Security
Aged -- psychology
United States
Abstract:
Examines the broad range of health and support services needed to protect and promote the physical and mental health of the aged. The case of Edna, who with her husband John is in the process of moving to a small flat from a larger home when she suffers a stroke, is highlighted. There are increasing numbers of "Ednas" in our nation and the question is posed, Are your communities ready for Edna? The film describes advances in health care that enable longer lives, but also the complications of meeting the needs of the aged, who may face medical or financial challenges, the need to relocate, the loss of a spouse, and the distress of grown children coming to terms with the changes. The film is directed at health authorities and community leaders to encourage them to think about and implement solutions at the local level to care properly for the elderly in the community.
Copyright:
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Extent:
029 min.
Color:
Black and white
Sound:
Sound
Technique:
Live action
NLM Unique ID:
9918227365106676 (See catalog record)
OCLC no.:
21254150
Permanent Link:
http://resource.nlm.nih.gov/9918227365106676