Social Integration of Older Persons with Mental Retardation in Residential Facilities.

Anderson, Deborah J.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ447220

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1992

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Social Integration of Older Persons with Mental Retardation in Residential Facilities.

Anderson, Deborah J.; And Others

American Journal on Mental Retardation, v96 n5 p488-501 Mar 1992

This study, with a national sample of 370 older persons with mental retardation in foster care, small group homes, large private facilities, and large state-operated facilities, found generally low levels of social integration. Individuals in community settings were much more likely to experience some social integration. (DB)

Descriptors: Adult Foster Care, Community Programs, Group Homes, Mental Retardation, National Surveys, Older Adults, Place of Residence, Placement, Residential Institutions, Social Integration

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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