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The InterpreCare System (TM)
 — overcoming language barriers in long-term care
Author(s)Cameron J Camp, Christopher Burant, Gregory C Graham
Journal titleThe Gerontologist, vol 36, no 6, December 1996
Pagespp 821-823
KeywordsImmigrants ; Residents [care homes] ; Organisation of care ; Services ; Long term ; Care home staff ; Communication skills ; United States of America.
AnnotationDifferences in the language spoken by residents and staff in long-term care create a variety of problems. The InterpreCare System (TM) represents an intervention for dealing with this issue. The authors describe the nature and purpose of this intervention, and provide detailed instructions on the construction of language boards. They give examples from their experience at Menorah Park Center for the Aging in Beechwood, Ohio, in enabling English-speaking staff to use Russian phrases while delivering care. Beneficial effects produced by the intervention are discussed.
Accession NumberCPA-970701015 A
ClassmarkTJ: KX: P: I: 4Q: QRM: UO: 7T

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