ERIC Number: ED072835
Record Type: RIE
Publication Date: 1972-Dec
Pages: 98
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National Survey of Library Services to the Aging. Phase Two. Final Report.
Cleveland Public Library, OH.
The purpose of the study was to determine the state of programs and services to the aging provided by the 1,330 public libraries with service area population exceeding 25,000. Library services were defined to exclude routine services such as book lists but include programs and services (1) which are offered specifically for the aging population or (2) in which at least 50% of the participants are 65 years of age or older. Data was collected through use of a mailed questionnaire, returned by 858 public libraries (65%). Material was presented as findings on: (1) Current public library programs and services to the aging, (2) Financial support for programs and services to the aging and (3) Development of programs and services to the aging. (See also ED 067 521) (Author)
Descriptors: Financial Support, Library Services, Library Surveys, Older Adults, Public Libraries, Questionnaires
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Sponsor: Bureau of Libraries and Educational Technology (DHEW/OE), Washington, DC.
Authoring Institution: Cleveland Public Library, OH.
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