Library services for older adults
50+ library services: innovation in action by Diantha Dow Schull
On first reading this title, I thought it meant the number of services ie. 50 or more...I'm obviously in denial as it refers to age 50+.
Some of the most engaged and frequent users of public libraries are over the age of 50. They may also be the most misunderstood. As Baby Boomers continue to swell their ranks, the behavior, interests, and information needs of this demographic have changed dramatically, and Schull's new book offers the keys to reshaping library services for the new generations of active older adults. A must-read for library educators, library directors, and any information professional working in a community setting, this important book: Analyzes key societal trends, such as longer lifespans and improved population health, and their implications for libraries' work with this demographic; Profiles Leading-Edge States and Beacon Libraries from across the nation at the forefront of institutional change; Discusses issues such as creativity, health, financial literacy, life planning, and intergenerational activities from the 50+ perspective, while showing how libraries can position themselves as essential centers for learning, encore careers, and community engagement; Spotlights best practices that can be adapted for any setting, including samples of hundreds of projects and proposals that illustrate new approaches to 50+ policies, staffing, programs, services, partnerships, and communications. The wisdom and insight contained in this book can help make the library a center for positive aging.
There are some interesting programs here, including.....
On first reading this title, I thought it meant the number of services ie. 50 or more...I'm obviously in denial as it refers to age 50+.
Some of the most engaged and frequent users of public libraries are over the age of 50. They may also be the most misunderstood. As Baby Boomers continue to swell their ranks, the behavior, interests, and information needs of this demographic have changed dramatically, and Schull's new book offers the keys to reshaping library services for the new generations of active older adults. A must-read for library educators, library directors, and any information professional working in a community setting, this important book: Analyzes key societal trends, such as longer lifespans and improved population health, and their implications for libraries' work with this demographic; Profiles Leading-Edge States and Beacon Libraries from across the nation at the forefront of institutional change; Discusses issues such as creativity, health, financial literacy, life planning, and intergenerational activities from the 50+ perspective, while showing how libraries can position themselves as essential centers for learning, encore careers, and community engagement; Spotlights best practices that can be adapted for any setting, including samples of hundreds of projects and proposals that illustrate new approaches to 50+ policies, staffing, programs, services, partnerships, and communications. The wisdom and insight contained in this book can help make the library a center for positive aging.
There are some interesting programs here, including.....
- Wii programing for aging and older adults
- Romance after 50-workshop on online dating and safety issues (potential Taming Technology topic?!)
- Boomers and Benefits - Government benefits available for older adults
- Career/life planning after 50
- Mental aerobics-free weekly mental health exercises for older adults
Food for thought for servicing our ageing population.
Ruth
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