Aging in Place: The Role of Housing and Social Supports

By Leon A. Pastalan

In this highly practical volume, the contributing authors explore some of the dimensions associated with aging in place. There are increasing numbers of older Americans who are faced with fundamental changes in their economic circumstances, health, and marital status which have an impact on their ability to age in place. Aging in Place informs readers about unmet needs and available options. Experts discuss a number of crucial factors regarding the availability of social supports and the impact it has on the independence of the elderly, specifically their living arrangements.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 113888183X
• ISBN13: 9781138881839
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"