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Peer reviewedO'Brien, John E.; Wagner, Donna L. – Gerontologist, 1980
A study of urban frail elderly revealed an association between higher rates of social interaction and more reliance on informal aid but less reliance on formal agencies. It may well be that informal social ties block proper access to useful services rather than lead to more humane and cheaper alternatives. (Author)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Gerontology, Helping Relationship, Information Networks
