The Canadian Association of Programs in Public Administration (CAPPA) annonces the publication of the book « Vieillir dans un système fragmenté: Approches institutionnelles, communautaires et territoriales » (Aging in a Fragmented System: Institutional, Community, and Territorial Approaches), edited by Meghan Joy, Patrik Marier, and Sandra Smele.
Here is the link to the book in the catalog of the publisher, La Presse de l’Université du Québec:
Vieillir dans un système fragmenté: Approches institutionnelles, communautaires et territoriales
Description
What if we could finally break down the administrative barriers that prevent marginalized older adults from accessing essential services?
Today, too many marginalized older adults face major obstacles that jeopardize their well-being, their health, and their participation in society. A lack of funding, insufficient coordination between organizations and governments, and limited local support—these are all challenges that exacerbate their exclusion and hinder sustainable solutions.
This book serves as a true catalyst for change. By highlighting current gaps in governance and public administration, it paves the way for a more nuanced understanding of the mechanisms of social exclusion. Through an analysis of six distinct groups, it reveals both shared realities and specific challenges, allowing for a nuanced and precise approach to the issue.
More than just a book, it is a strategic tool to inspire action. The proposed approaches offer concrete solutions capable of improving the living conditions of multiple groups simultaneously, while respecting their unique characteristics.
Intended for decision-makers, researchers, and practitioners in the field, this book invites readers to rethink public policy in order to build a more inclusive, equitable, and humane society.
Meghan Joy
Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Concordia University.
Patrik Marier
Professor of Political Science at Concordia University and holder of the Research Chair in Social Gerontology.
Sandra Smele
Ph.D. candidate in sociology and coordinator of the area of expertise in inclusive aging, diversity, health, and well-being at the Centre for Research and Expertise in Social Gerontology (CREGÉS).