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Honey, Sweetie, Dearie: The Perils of Elderspeak

Health Leaders | Nursing

They are examining its effects in about 200 nursing homes nationwide. Kathleen Carmody, owner of Senior Matters Home healthcare and Consulting in Columbus, Ohio, cautions her aides to address clients as Mr. or Mrs. or Ms., Even without formal training programs, individuals and institutions can combat elderspeak.