Three Views of Cultural Characteristics of the Treatment of Elders

When beginning work with the client, there were a number of apparent differences between her and myself, including age, race, and social class. As previously stated I had to become more culturally competent about working with African American clients before I started seeing the client. Furthermore, I had to become aware of the difficulties that would be present due to our age difference. I made sure to give Betty the opportunity to tell me how situations made her feel, and empathized with her, making sure to help her feel as though I understood even though I was much younger and had not experienced what she had. Additionally, the client and I come from different social classes. I had to make certain that she did not feel judged during our sessions, and provided her with the resources necessary to assist her in overcoming barriers. Sands and Gellis (2011) indicate that African American cultural values and norms derive from a number of situations, which include responses and adaptations to the oppression, poverty, and racism, which made them victims. Knowing and understanding the various differences that I would face working with the client helped to better prepare me for sessions.

Generally, social work is affiliated with the younger population or topics of abuse and neglect in the home. While this can be a vital part of the job description, social work is a diversified field with many other career opportunities. A social worker’s ethical job responsibilities are outlined in NASW Code of Ethics (1999). The following sections will review these responsibilities in relation to aging populations and a social workers practice.

The strategies that Early used help teach the African American population on how to teach their daughters how to respect their own color.

Have you ever heard or read anything about the role of elders in the Native Americans tribes? probably not, because that function did not exist. In these tribes around the 18th and 19th centuries, instead of considering them a source of wisdom, they thought that people who reached a certain age were wasteful, had no rights and were not considered persons. They were considered a serious obstacle and a danger to the tribe, to have members in their third age. Most were expelled from the tribe to die. Others did not change camp, but each had his way.

P3: Explain ways in which health and social care workers support the independence and wellbeing of older people. M2: Assess ways in which health and social care workers support the independence and wellbeing of older people. D1: Evaluate ways in which the sectors work together to support the independence and wellbeing of older people. Doris has stayed connected with her friend Frieda who lives on her own independently but recently she has had a fall and she has been referred to the local authorities. P1& M2 When promoting independence and wellbeing in older people it has to be done in a way where the person feels that they are able to do what they are being asked to do and if they say that they don’t

The role of elders in today’s society is to pass down cultural and spiritual information as well as make decisions for their communities and provide support to their families and communities. Elders are addressed as “aunty” and “uncle” as a sign of respect, however “Aunty” and “uncle” is not exclusively used to address elders. From my experience Elders of Aboriginal communities are quite different from elders of other communities for example to be known as an elder in an Aboriginal community is not entirely based on age, but rather long and dedicated service to the community. Aboriginal Elders also tend to have say over what happens within their communities and are often relied on by government agencies and bodies as sources of information

With few outlets to succeed in America at the time, African Americans put forth extra effort to succeed when they were given a chance. Often times, this

There is no doubt that African Americans have a rich cultural background and history like the many different ethnic groups who settled in the New World, whose origins lie in another country. For this reason, America was known as the melting pot. However, the backgrounds of each of these cultures were not always understood or, in the case of African Americans, accepted among the New World society and culture. Americans were ignorant to the possibility of differences among groups of people until information and ideas started to emerge, particularly, the African retention theories. This sparked an interest in the field of African culture and retention in African Americans. However, the study of African American culture truly emerged as a result of increased awareness in America, specifically through the publication and findings of scholarly research and cultural events like the Harlem Renaissance where all ethnicities were able to see this rich historical culture of African Americans.

African-American women have often been an overlooked group with the larger context of American Society. Historically, oppression has been meted out to the African-American woman in two ways. Historically, everything afforded to African-American, from educational and employment opportunities to health care have been sub-par. As women they have been relegated even further in a patriarchal society that has always, invariably, held men in higher regard.

Over time, with the assistance of noted strong-willed African-Americans and the more liberal white American citizens, African Americans began to realize their value and intellect. This realization brought about a change in the mind-set of blacks in America. Having a new frame of mind, African-Americans began to take a stand against the prejudices and injustices that beleaguered them. Leadership in the African-American community emerged, despite the hardships

As young African-Americans, they tend to be misread based on their past history. They are being judged by their race, ethnicity, appearance, dressing, religion and how they speak.

Culture change, changes the long-term care from a regulated care, to an encouraging, supportive living environment. Nursing homes should be a second "home" for residents. "Culture change is a movement that seeks to create a different type of environment for residents" (pg.420); meaning that a long term care provider must shape their facility to "resident-centered care". A resident must feel welcomed and not like a burden. A resident must know that their desires and cultural beliefs are put into consideration. The Eden Alternative is an international non-profit organization committed to providing balanced care for the any of their residents. An intimacy based community setting is essential with residents. Changing culture may increase life

Reminiscing to 2010, when I was faced with my grandmother 's illness during the adolescent years in my life I knew that I had a passion to care for the elderly (aging) population. From this passion, it ignited a fire so strong that I pursue my certified nursing assistant certification to gain a better understanding of working with the elderly population. By doing so, it has been a great benefit to my life; aging is an inevitable experience that we all will go through during our life. It is important to ensure that our elderly individuals are still able to enjoy the best quality of life after retirement. However, as we age, there will be a lifestyle change that the aging population must encounter.

Are we any better than The Elders or The Giver? Is the World any better without knowing color, music, and choice? Is the world better barren, with no choice nor knowledge of pain, love, and hardships. Are we better as automated people, only knowing are jobs and nothing else? Are we better off when somebody else picks our jobs? Are we better when we have no currency and everything is given? In some cases we are. With no pain and emotion there is no arguing or disagreement and with no currency there is no poverty and wealth. With no knowledge there is no choice because you only know your job, and nothing else. In that society we would survive indefinitely. With knowledge comes mystery and more knowledge. In a world full of opportunity we have

How can nurses ensure that older people are treated with respect and dignity whist being cared for in hospital or in the community?