Functional Performance in Older Adults

5th Edition

Bette Bonder, Noralyn Pickens, Vanina Dal Bello-Haas
F.A. Davis
592 pages
ISBN: 9781719647908
February 2024

This book is an ideal resource for students who are preparing to work with older adults. The text discusses the complexity of the aging experience, the science that contributes to positive aging, and the specific considerations that occupational therapy practitioners must bring to their efforts to support older adults. The reader will find descriptions of the normal aging process, discussions of how health and social factors can impact clients’ ability to participate in valued occupations, and guidance on how to develop occupation-based strategies for maximizing their well-being.