A comparative analysis was made of the level of states' financial support for community and institutional mental retardation services (1977-1984). Among findings were that state size and wealth were poor predictors of community service fiscal effort. Degree of federal assistance was an inversely related predictor of institutional fiscal effort.…

Investigated four kinds of community-based housing and case-managed home care programs for associations with subsequent institutional utilization. Analyses of institutional placement rates and days indicated that significant effects of housing and case-managed home care services were limited to elderly in the high institutional-risk group.…

Examines links between senior citizen centers (N=755) and other community agencies. Found that the elderly were often referred to other organizations, but that collocation of services were rare. Cites lack of transportation, time, communication, and an understanding of the needs of the elderly were the most common barriers to senior center…

The impact of community educators of remaining employed in an area with high unemployment was studied. The subjects serve as a liaison between elementary school children, parents, and community agencies offering services to needy children. Changes in subjects' health, job responsibilities, and perceptions of their effectiveness are discussed. (MCK)

Describes the problems of elderly immigrants, especially those from Southern and Eastern Europe who now reside in northern cities. Presents and discusses recommendations for increasing ethnic and cultural sensitivity in government programs, enhancing mediating structures (e.g. ethnic organizations, social service centers, clinics) and…

Investigated the processes of developing services for the aged in rural communities, using grounded theory methodology. Examination revealed a grassroots model of advocacy which involved the emergence of local leadership and typical motivational, needs defining, goal-setting, and organizational processes. (Author/NRB)

Reviews ERIC documents dealing with community services functions, community education, community development, and the involvement of the community with community colleges. (DMM)

Considers the community services divisions of Michigan's community colleges vital elements in economic recovery. Highlights Schoolcraft College's efforts to attract new businesses and assist existing companies through training and retraining programs. Discusses state support for economic development projects and the participation of community…

Findings indicate that Blacks exhibit a lesser degree of both facility use and local community-based social interaction than do Whites, and that Black neighborhood satisfaction and attachment depend very little upon the extent of their activity within their communities. (Author/RDN)

Argues that the survival of community services/continuing education depends on mainstreaming the program within the parent institution, cultivating relationships with administrators and faculty, establishing credibility, and serving as agents of change. (DMM)

Addresses problems, such as the relationship of needs to the availability of services, encountered by rural officials in conducting needs assessments of community services and notes their implications for policy makers. (SB)

The author examines the question of professional identity and role for counselors. He examines the viability of utilizing community psychology to provide a framework for unifying the diverse activities of the counseling profession. (Author/EJT)

This psychological autopsy of the suicidal death of an adolescent Indian boy includes a brief family background, a history of his difficulties, and a report of his psychological evaluation. The report includes an analysis of the resources currently available in Indian communities. (Author)

This guide is intended to be a resource for parents of children with special needs who want to improve the early intervention system in North Carolina for their own children and for the whole community. By informing parents about resources that are available for children and families, the guide empowers parents as leaders. Annotated lists of…

This survey, conducted by the Association of Community College Trustees, investigated the political aspects of community college trusteeship, focusing on elected and appointed trustees' political involvement, interactions, influences, and relationship to the political structure and parties in the states where they served as trustees. A total of…