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Peer reviewedGurian, Bennett; Chanowitz, Benzion – Gerontologist, 1987
Field-tested public/private collaborative model geropsychiatric nursing home. Found planning and implementation to be difficult due to interdepartmental strain within public sector and changes in ownership and administrative policy within private sector. Considers ways to reduce barriers. (Author/NB)
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Deinstitutionalization (of Disabled), Geriatrics, Mental Disorders
Peer reviewedSteinhauer, Marcia B. – Gerontologist, 1982
Suggests geriatric foster care is among the least restrictive alternatives to institutional placement. Outlines the basic prototype principles, including broadly defined client population, maximum accessibility in referral sources, flexible use of existing local services, and uniform statewide quality guidelines. Discusses indicators of success…
Descriptors: Community Services, Financial Support, Foster Homes, Geriatrics
