Supportive Networks: Life Ties for the Elderly.

Pilisuk, Marc; Minkler, Meredith

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ERIC Number: EJ233377

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1980

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Supportive Networks: Life Ties for the Elderly.

Pilisuk, Marc; Minkler, Meredith

Journal of Social Issues, v36 n2 p95-116 Spr 1980

Summarizes data showing the detrimental effects to the health of the elderly that are associated with diminution of supportive interpersonal ties. Describes six programs that illustrate the range of diversity of tasks involved in the provision of supportive associations for the elderly. (Author/GC)

Descriptors: Health, Interpersonal Relationship, Life Style, Literature Reviews, Networks, Older Adults, Program Descriptions, Self Help Programs, Social Isolation, Social Services, Stress Variables

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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