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Haber, David – Gerontologist, 1986
Low-income Black elders completed a 10-week health promotion program for the purpose of lowering or stabilizing blood pressure levels. Comparisons were made between classes that met weekly versus three times a week, and between yoga and aerobics formats. A peer-led program was developed that continued for 10 months after the professionally-led…
Descriptors: Blacks, Exercise, Health Programs, Hypertension
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DeRenzo, Evan G.; And Others – Gerontologist, 1991
Describes outreach program to deliver mental health services to mentally ill older adults in Baltimore County, Maryland. Incorporating prevention and early intervention strategies, program targets older adults with late-onset or previously undiagnosed psychiatric histories. Explains how services are provided through one-third/one-third/one-third…
Descriptors: Intervention, Mental Disorders, Mental Health Programs, Older Adults