Includes bibliographical references and index.

Context and philosophy of practice -- Theory and concepts underpinning assessment in practice -- Diversity, difference, and redress -- Incorporation of values and ethics in practice with older adults -- Assessment of older adults, their families, and their social supports -- Interventions -- Group work : addressing issues of later adulthood -- Geriatric case management : assembling a broad repertoire of practice skills -- A shift in organizational practice : meeting the needs of an increasingly aging society -- Community capacity building : a macro perspective on the person-in-environment -- Policy practice : advocating for older adults.