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Senior centers and services for the frail elderly
1Gerontology Institute, Ithaca College, NY 14850, USA.
Journal of Aging & Social Policy
|December 9, 1994
Summary
Senior centers offer vital programs for frail elders, acting as a key part of long-term care. However, resource limitations and other barriers hinder their full potential in serving this vulnerable population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Social Services
Background:
- Senior centers serve diverse elder populations.
- Frail older adults represent a significant demographic within senior center users.
- Understanding senior center roles in elder care is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and synthesize research on senior center programming for frail elders.
- To evaluate the role of senior centers within the long-term care continuum.
- To identify barriers limiting senior center services for frail individuals.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of existing research.
- Analysis of senior center programming and utilization data.
- Examination of service delivery models for frail older adults.
Main Results:
- Senior centers play a significant role in providing programs for physically and mentally frail elders.
- These centers can be integrated into the broader long-term care system.
- Numerous barriers impede the capacity of senior centers to serve greater numbers of frail seniors.
Conclusions:
- Senior centers are valuable resources for frail older adults.
- Addressing identified barriers is essential to enhance services for this population.
- Further integration of senior centers into long-term care strategies is recommended.
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