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Aging in Soviet Georgia: A Toast to Sweet Old Age
| Length: | 37 min |
| Released: | 1988 |
| Ages: |
College Adult |
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An in-depth look at the culture and experience of normal aging in the area of the world often called an "epicenter of longevity." The Georgian elderly enjoy a high status and productive involvement in their communities and families. They are valued for the experience and wisdom.
This documentary is followed by a discussion with Maggie Kuhn, founder of the Gray Panthers, and Richard Ham, M.D., President Elect of the American Geriatric Association.
This documentary is followed by a discussion with Maggie Kuhn, founder of the Gray Panthers, and Richard Ham, M.D., President Elect of the American Geriatric Association.
"...students in the field of gerontology would find this film a good vehicle for analyzing the role of older people in this country." - Maribeth Bersani, New York State Office of Aging
"Provides an excellent vehicle for motivating and challenging students to view aging from a broader, less chauvinistic perspective" Darrell Slover, Ph.D., Syracuse University School of Social Work
"Provides an excellent vehicle for motivating and challenging students to view aging from a broader, less chauvinistic perspective" Darrell Slover, Ph.D., Syracuse University School of Social Work
National Council on Aging, 1988
Association for Gerontology in Higher Education, 1988
Psycho Geriatric Convention, 1987
Gerontological Society, 1987
Association for Gerontology in Higher Education, 1988
Psycho Geriatric Convention, 1987
Gerontological Society, 1987
