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Preface Introduction I. The Current State of Long-Term Care and Mental Health Services Within Long-Term Care A Snapshot of the Long-Term Care Environment Providing Traditional Mental Health Services in Long-Term Care Medicare Policy and Reimbursement for Direct Mental Health Services II. A Vision for Long-Term Care and the Role of Mental Health Professionals Emerging Best Practices and Envisioned Change in Long-Term Care Expanded Opportunities for Mental Health Care in Long-Term Care Settings Innovative Professional Practice: The Eldercare Method as an Illustration Conclusion: A Call for Partnership and Action Appendix: Resources for Clinical Care, Applied Research, Advocacy, and Professional Development References Index