Aging Adults with Mental Retardation and Leisure. Research Update.

Boyd, Rosangela; Tedrick, Ted

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ERIC Number: EJ458492

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1992

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Aging Adults with Mental Retardation and Leisure. Research Update.

Boyd, Rosangela; Tedrick, Ted

Parks and Recreation, v27 n1 p20-27,86 Oct 1992

Leisure time planning for aging adults with mental retardation is still in its early stages. The article discusses related research, noting patterns of social support and interaction, leisure involvement, leisure related programs, and community integration. The challenge for the future will be to meet individual leisure needs with limited resources. (SM)

Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Community Resources, Community Support, Demonstration Programs, Leisure Time, Literature Reviews, Mental Retardation, Older Adults, Recreational Activities, Social Integration

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses

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Language: English

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