Explores the possibility that well-being of older persons may be related to membership only in certain types of associations. Among 16 types of voluntary associations in one analysis and 17 types in another, membership in church-affiliated groups alone emerges as a significant, but weak predictor of life satisfaction. (Author)

Examines the relationship between ownership type and care offered in 424 old age institutions (OAIs). Analysis revealed that the nonprofit sector allocates more money for direct patient care and as higher staff-patient ratios than proprietary institutions. The results are discussed in relation to previous research. (JAC)

Argues that community organizations can be utilized as the foci of volunteer services for the homebound frail elderly and can be particularly effective in rural areas where the population-at-risk is dispersed. Describes an Administration on Aging Model Project conducted in an Appalachian county. (Author/ABB)