About the Author

Ann L. Link, PhD, has worked with geriatrics throughout her career as a registered nurse, family counselor, and licensed psychologist.  Dr. Link has extensive group therapy experience and conducts geriatric group counseling at Eskaton Glenwood, an intermediate care facility.  Her private practice in Carmichael, California serves a wide range of clients in all age groups, bringing increased perspective to her work with the elderly.  Dr. Link is especially interested in the individual's struggle to meet the challenges presented in the various life stages where the quest for integrity, threat of despair, and hope for resolution predominate.