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Leviton, Dan; Santa Maria, Laine – Gerontologist, 1979
Describes the intergenerational Adults' Health and Developmental Program. A survey conducted at the end of the AHDP found that over 80 percent of the sample perceived improvement in personal health, well-being, body image, physical efficiency, intellectual stimulation, and staff-member intimacy. Results are discussed in terms of ongoing sequential…
Descriptors: Developmental Programs, Geriatrics, Health Needs, Human Development

Brown, Arnold S. – Gerontologist, 1985
Investigated the processes of developing services for the aged in rural communities, using grounded theory methodology. Examination revealed a grassroots model of advocacy which involved the emergence of local leadership and typical motivational, needs defining, goal-setting, and organizational processes. (Author/NRB)
Descriptors: Advocacy, Community Programs, Community Services, Developmental Programs

Ross, Hilda K. – Gerontologist, 1983
Describes the Neighborhood Family (NF), which is based on the premise that older persons can create a self-managed social support network. Arising from community organization of low-income elderly, the model combines a kin-like supportive community, a multipurpose service and activities center, minimal staff, and indigenous decision- making.…
Descriptors: Community Organizations, Decision Making, Delivery Systems, Human Services