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A Validation of the Life Satisfaction Scale in a Population of ADS Participants
(Virginia Tech, 2014-11-06)The objective of this research is to establish psychometric indicators for the LSS in a population of frail ADS participants. -
Virginia Public Guardian and Conservator Programs: Evaulation of Program Status and Outcomes, Executive Summary
(Virginia Department for the Aging, 2003)The Virginia Public Guardian and Conservator Programs were established by law in 1997 in § 2.1-373.10 - § 2.1-373.14 of the Virginia Code. The 10 local programs, chosen through a request for proposal (RFP) process, are ... -
Visions for Tomorrow: Designing Intentional Communities for Rural Southwest Virginia
(Virginia Tech, 2014)Housing in rural southwest Virginia is aging just like its population. Approximately 70% of homes in the region are more than 30 years old, energy inefficient, and in need of repair. Like many older persons, area residents ... -
Well-being and Coping Strategies of Elders Without Informal Support
(Virginia Tech, 2001-08-25)Telephone interview data from a representative sample of 2,034 rural elders showed that 26.3% had limitations in abilities to perform daily activities (cooking, walking, cleaning, driving, etc.). Of these, many received ... -
What About Elders Who Have No Informal or Formal Support?
(Virginia Tech, 2001-06-30)Telephone interview data from a representative sample of 2,034 rural elders showed that 26.3% had limitations in abilities to perform daily activities (cooking, walking, cleaning, driving, etc.). Of these, many received ...
