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Voices of Long-Term Care Workers, authored by Andrea Freidus and Dena Shenk, provides an in-depth examination of the challenges faced by long-term care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. This book explores the impact of the pandemic on elder care, focusing on North Carolina, and discusses themes such as resilience, social isolation, and the balancing of protection with necessary social interactions. Through a series of qualitative studies and interviews, the book highlights the experiences of care providers, agency staff, and managers as they navigated unprecedented challenges. It aims to offer insights into the systemic issues in elder care and propose lessons and strategies for future improvements. The intended audience includes scholars, policymakers, and professionals in the fields of gerontology, healthcare, and social work.
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There were many challenges, successes, and concerns in providing long-term care to older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Looking at central North Carolina, the authors highlight the implications of providing long-term care to older Americans, with an emphasis on the importance of communication, resilience of staff, and value of human infrastructure. Based on extensive interviews, this collection of essays reflects on the participants' individual experiences and represents the voices of staff and caregivers working in long-term residential care communities, in-home and community-based programs, as well as regional aging service providers and advocates.
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