International Handbook on Services for the Elderly

(Hardback)

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This international reference guide analyses the role and structure of care of the elderly and describes available services in 32 representative countries around the world. Discussed is income maintenance and employment resources, health care, housing, support systems, leisure time resources, and advocacy and protective programmes of different kinds. Chapters closely parallel each other in the information they provide, offering suggestions for methods that can be used to satisfy present and future needs of elderly populations. The guide is designed for students at undergraduate and graduate levels, teachers, scholars and professionals (eg policy-makers, programmers or providers) in fields of gerontology, health, social work or public policy.

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As the worldwide population ages, these issues will demand more attention from policy makers who must deal with them.-ARBA
Kosberg presents concise, detailed information on services for the elderly in 32 countries. Highly recommended for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and those who develop policy and programs.-Choice
Kosberg's book fills the niche for a comparative cross-national handbook on services for the elderly. Academic and special libraries supporting gerontological research will want to purchase this guide.-RQ
"As the worldwide population ages, these issues will demand more attention from policy makers who must deal with them."-ARBA
"Kosberg's book fills the niche for a comparative cross-national handbook on services for the elderly. Academic and special libraries supporting gerontological research will want to purchase this guide."-RQ
"Kosberg presents concise, detailed information on services for the elderly in 32 countries. Highly recommended for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and those who develop policy and programs."-Choice

Author Bio

JORDAN I. KOSBERG is the Philip S. Fisher Professor in the School of Social Work at McGill University.