The changing role of activity programming -- Understanding the needs and behavior of the elderly -- Functions and effects of medications -- Communicating with the elderly -- Developing therapeutic activity/recreation programs -- Managing therapeutic activity programs -- Using creative arts and expressive therapies -- Effective and creative use of groups -- Managing the needs of short-term residents in long-term care -- Preventing decompensation -- Addressing grief, loss,
and disengagement -- The future of activity programming and the quality of life in long-term care facilities.