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Long-Term Impacts of Rural Migration of the Elderly: Implications for Research.

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Aday, Ron H.; Miles, Laurie A. – Gerontologist, 1982

Examines the variety of impacts associated with the demographic shift of older Americans to predominately rural areas. Presents a conceptual model of the rural retirement community. Model includes the general impact of demographic, psychosocial, and community factors that contribute to older persons' satisfaction and adjustment when migrating.…

Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Community Services, Comparative Analysis, Life Style

The Effect of the Social Welfare System on Metropolitan Migration in the U.S., by Income Group, Gender and Family Structure.

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Cushing, Brian J. – Urban Studies, 1993

Addresses out-migration from and in-migration to metropolitan areas in the United States and particularly the effect of the social-welfare system on migration decisions. The results provide only weak support for the hypothesis that social-welfare benefits influence out-migration decisions but moderate support for its influence on in-migration.…

Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Economically Disadvantaged