A bone health intervention for older adults living in residential settings.

Osteoporosis, a major health problem that increases with age, may lead to fractures and loss of independence. This study focused on testing a bone health intervention aimed at assisting older adults living independently in residential settings to maintain healthy bones with the long-term goals of fracture prevention and maintenance of independent function. Forty-seven participants (M (age) = 79.

Long-term care for the elderly in Taiwan.

An aging population, the prevalence of chronic disease and functional disabilities, and changes in society have caused a greater demand for long-term care in Taiwan. The development of long-term care has gone through four stages: undeveloped, early beginning, expanding, and establishment. Problems in several areas including lack of care providers and facilities, expenses of care, and difficulty coordinating health and social services are issues that must be explored.