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Pallett-Hehn, Phyllis; Lucas, Monteen – Gerontologist, 1994
Describes project helping frail elders to live independently. Describes community forums through which elders engaged in problem solving with health care professionals and policymakers. Notes that, when asked about remaining independent, 102 elders' responses fit into themes: safety; problems communicating with health care providers;…
Descriptors: Caregivers, Community Services, Cooperation, Frail Elderly
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Colca, Louis A.; Colca, Carole – Children Today, 1996
New York's Transitional Foster Care Program assists adolescents in foster family care in making successful transitions to independent living. The basic principles underlying the program are individualized plans, a multi-level approach, adult learning standards, and reality-based experiences. Variations include a mentor model and a boarder model.…
Descriptors: Budgeting, Child Responsibility, Foster Care, Foster Children