The program described is a Marriage Diagnostic Laboratory--a five-week series of weekly two-hour sessions for married couples concerned about their relationships, but not yet in counseling. Only preventive experiences were provided. The experiment is described in detail, and its effectiveness assessed. (Author)

This paper examines the need and the context for alternative living arrangements for older persons, and describes some recent attempts to devise new family arrangements for the elderly. Particular attention is focused upon Share-A-Home in Florida, a "family" of nonrelated senior adults who share their own household expenses. (Author)

This paper describes the Pairing Enrichment Program (PEP), designed for married couples who wish to enhance their interpersonal relationship. The program is based on the principles of self-actualization and interpersonal growth. Extensive follow-up procedures have provided the evaluation data. (Author)

Examines the enrichment process to determine if marriage and family enrichment constitute a new field in education and counseling. Results suggest that progressive improvement in quality of education and counseling for marriage and family may unite the field as they merge into enrichment. The process is defined with its relevant programs. (BEF)

An innovative educational program with an interdisciplinary approach combining legal aspects, and development factors, is described from its inception. The program was a result of the joint efforts of members of the Kansas Bar Association, teachers, family life educators and interested citizens. (Author)

While community living may introduce some new interpretations and extension of the present statues, it does not appear that major changes or problems of decision will appear. The problems posed for the courts may be nowhere near as severe as the problems that children pose for their own communities. (Author)