Social Network Assessment: A Critical Component in Case Management for Functionally Impaired Older Persons.

Kaufman, Allan V.

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Publication Date: 1990

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Social Network Assessment: A Critical Component in Case Management for Functionally Impaired Older Persons.

Kaufman, Allan V.

International Journal of Aging and Human Development, v30 n1 p63-75 1990

Presents a framework that identifies variables associated with relationship dynamics that exist between older persons and their social network members. Suggests framework can be used by case managers to help them assess the characteristics and functioning of their clients' social network relations and develop service strategies that maximize the helping efforts of those networks. (Author/TE)

Descriptors: Client Characteristics (Human Services), Counseling Services, Counselor Client Relationship, Counselor Role, Evaluation Methods, Group Dynamics, Helping Relationship, Interpersonal Relationship, Models, Older Adults, Predictor Variables, Social Networks, Social Support Groups

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Language: English

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