Wacker, Robbyn R.

Community resources for older adults programs and services in an era of change Robbyn R. Wacker, University of Northern Colorado, Karen A. Roberto, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. - Fourth Edition. - xix, 511 pages illustrations 24 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The authors' purpose -- Acknowledgments -- The social context of community resource delivery -- On the threshold of a new era -- Legislative foundations for programs, services, and benefits supporting older adults -- Patterns of service use and theories of help-seeking behavior -- The continuum of service -- Information and assistance -- Volunteer and intergenerational programs -- Education programs -- Senior centers and recreation -- Employment programs -- Income programs -- Nutrition and meal programs -- Health care and wellness -- Mental health services -- Legal services -- Transportation -- Housing -- Care management -- Home care services -- Respite services -- Long-term care services -- Programs and services in an era of change -- References -- Index -- About the authors.

9781452202464 (hbk. : alk. paper)

2012044455


Older people--Services for--United States
Older volunteers in social service--United States.
Old age assistance--United States.
Community health services for older people--United States.

HV1461 / .W32 2014

362.6/30973