On achève bien nos vieux

Synopsis of On achève bien nos vieux

«On achève bien nos vieux» is the testimony of nurse Jean-Charles Escribano, published by Oh ! Editions in paperback (158 pages, in French).

Nurse Jean-Charles Escribano denounces the reality of a nursing home: poor hygiene, understaffing, and lack of respect for residents. His testimony, based on over twenty-five years of experience, calls for dignified treatment of old age and opens the debate on population ageing.

The book was originally published on 1 March 2007 and featured the collaboration of Marie-Thérèse Cuny.

A read for those interested in geriatrics, health, and social criticism in the care of the elderly.