Aging and Sensory Loss Series
9 videos
Available: Optometry Library
490 Minor Hall
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-1020

Series includes topics such as Access to Vision Care of the Elderly; Macular Degeneration; Vision and Diabetes in the Elderly; Mobility Problems of the Elderly; Cataract Treatment for the Elderly; Visual Function in the Elderly; Vision and Driving for the Elderly; Hearing and Aging; and Access to Electronic Technology for the Elderly with Sensory Loss.

^ TOP OF PAGE

Before I Die:  Medical Care & Personal Choices
Running Time: 60 minutes
PBS Home Video
Available: Center for the Advanced Study of Aging Services
School of Social Welfare
16 Haviland Hall
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-3285

Dying is not what Americans fear today -- it's dying alone, in pain, without dignity.  Explore the alternatives in a frank but hopeful look at the issues that affect us all.  It may change the way you live -- and die.

^ TOP OF PAGE

Healthy Aging: Model Health Promotion Programs for Minority Elders
Running time: 50 minutes/video
American Association of Retired Persons
Available from CASAS
School of Social Welfare
16 Haviland
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-3285

This video offers profiles of older adults who are "on the road to good health" and describes five innovative programs for health promotion. Each minority group in the U.S. has its own set of health characteristics and issues. The best health promotion efforts for minorities assure equal opportunity and dignity, and reinforce the informal support systems and processes that already exist.

^ TOP OF PAGE

I'm Really Going to Miss Me: Coping with Terminal Illness
Running time: 59 minutes/video
Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Inc.
Available from CASAS
School of Social Welfare
16 Haviland
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-3285

How do people approach life when the end is near? Taking a personal rather than clinical approach, this sensitive documentary records the intimate thoughts and feelings of Bobbie Martin, diagnosed with leukemia; Jeff Swinerton, with lymphatic cancer; Paul Starr, with AIDS; and Chennelle Jaramillo, with Batten Disease, a degenerative neuromuscular disorder. Hopes, fears, regrets, the reactions of others, and preparations for the end are all candidly discussed, offering a penetrating look at what life is really like for those who don't have long to live.

^ TOP OF PAGE

Independence Through Assistive Devices: Satellite Teleconference
Teleconference VA Commonwealth University
Available: c/o Diane Driver
Center on Aging
535 University Hall
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 643-6427

Emphasizes the importance of assessing needs from a medical or social services perspective, then encouraging the use of assistive devices to enable people to stay independent.

^ TOP OF PAGE

It Can Happen to Anyone- Problems with Alcohol and Medications Among Older Adults
Running Time: 25 minutes
American Association of Retired Persons
Hazelden Publishing & Education
Available: Center for the Advanced Study of Aging Services
School of Social Welfare
16 Haviland Hall
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-3285

 The videotape is a part of a program specifically designed to use in small-group sessions regarding older adults with alcohol and medication problems.  The session discusses life changes/transitions, problems with alcohol and medications, warning signs, taking action and intervention, sources of help and treatment.

^ TOP OF PAGE

The Living Body - The Aging Process
Running Time: 26 minutes
Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Inc.
Available: Center for the Advanced Study of Aging Services
School of Social Welfare
16 Haviland Hall
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-3285

This program covers the physical process of aging, examining various body systems to determine how and why they change as they age.  It also explains that not all the changes associated with aging are inevitable and some changes in the aging body can be slowed down or reversed.

^ TOP OF PAGE

The Morgan Lecture Series
Running time: 45 minutes / video
Available: Optometry Library
490 Minor Hall
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-1020

Includes such topics as: "Enhancing Visual Performance of the Elderly"; "The Growing Problem of Long-term Care of the Elderly"; "In-Office Care and Management of the Aged Patient"; "The Aging Population: Demographics and Health Care Needs".<

^ TOP OF PAGE

Normal Aging Processes
Running time: 52 minutes / video
Indiana University
Available from CASAS
School of Social Welfare
16 Haviland
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-3285

A good overview of normal aging processes as they affect physical, cognitive, psychological, and social domains. Somewhat superficial, this video is best for students with little or no previous knowledge about the aging process. Lecture format.

^ TOP OF PAGE

Our Nation's Health: Healthy Aging
Running time: 57:46 minutes/video
CWI Productions, Inc.
Available from CASAS
School of Social Welfare
16 Haviland
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-3285

Profiles of older adults who are engaged in active health promotion efforts. Contains recommendations for healthy aging as well as available resources.

^ TOP OF PAGE

Sexuality and Aging
Running time: 25 minutes/video
Oregon State University
Available from CASAS
School of Social Welfare
16 Haviland
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-3285

An exploration of the attitudes, myths and reality of this important aspect of life. Older men and women from across the country openly discuss their relationships and experiences concerning aging, menopause, impotence and female/male imbalances.

^ TOP OF PAGE

Vision and Aging Series
11 videos
Available: University of California at Berkeley
Optometry Library
490 Minor Hall

Includes topics such as: "Living longer in the United States: Present Trends and Future Projections"; "Changes in Normal Visual Functioning with Aging Patients"; "Ocular Disease: Associations with Aging";"Changes in Visual Functioning Related to Ocular Disease in the Elderly"; "Optometric Examination of the Elderly";"The Out-of-Office Examination of Elderly patients";"Designing Ophthalmic Corrections for the Aging Patient"; "Low Vision Care for the Elderly"; "Compound Problems of the Aged Blind"; "Psychosocial implications of Impairment in the Elderly"; and "Utilization of Community Resources for the Elderly".

^ TOP OF PAGE

Vision and Aging : Senior Citizens' Center Workshops
Running time: each 45 minutes/ 4 videos
UC Multimedia Center
Available: Optometry Library
490 Minor Hall
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 642-1020

Topics include: "Daily Living Skills"; "Orientation and Mobility Skills";"Communication Skills"; "Low Vision DiscussionGroup."

^ TOP OF PAGE

>The World Through Their Eyes: Understanding Vision and Loss
The Lighthouse Inc.
Available: c/o Diane Driver
Center on Aging
535 University Hall
University of California at Berkeley
(510) 643-6427

This training video attempts to sensitize nursing home staff to the needs of older adults who have impaired vision. Learning objectives include providing knowledge about functional vision loss; describing methods to identify vision loss;describing common psychosocial reactions to vision loss and providing a framework for intervention; and demonstrating various adaptive devices and strategies. 

^ TOP OF PAGE