The author describes search conferences designed to allow participants to scan the broad environment of the elderly and to generate recommendations on key issues identified. He also comments on the process and content of the seminars and discusses and comments on some of the theoretical assumptions of searches. (CT)

Community education is concerned with the development of the individual and the development of the community to improve the quality of life. Community colleges act as catalysts by coordinating citizen and agency participation and community resources to improve educational opportunities for all. (SK)