The Expressive Lives of Elders

The Expressive Lives of Elders
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Publisher : Indiana University Press
Total Pages : 252
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ISBN-10 : 9780253037107
ISBN-13 : 0253037107
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Book Synopsis The Expressive Lives of Elders by : Jon Kay

Download or read book The Expressive Lives of Elders written by Jon Kay and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2018-09-20 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essays examining the power of traditional arts and folklore in the lives of the elderly in the United States. Can traditional arts improve an older adult’s quality of life? Are arts interventions more effective when they align with an elder’s cultural identity? In The Expressive Lives of Elders, Jon Kay and contributors from a diverse range of public institutions argue that such mediations work best when they are culturally, socially, and personally relevant to the participants. From quilting and canning to weaving and woodworking, this book explores the role of traditional arts and folklore in the lives of older adults in the United States, highlighting the critical importance of ethnographic studies of creative aging for both understanding the expressive lives of elders and for designing effective arts therapies and programs. Each case study in this volume demonstrates how folklore and traditional practices help elders maintain their health and wellness, providing a road map for initiatives to improve the lives and well-being of America’s aging population.


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