Preferences for Receipt of Care Among Community-Dwelling Adults

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Article Publication Date: 
6/1/2004
Summary: 
This journal article, which appeared in the Journal of Aging and Social Policy, outlines adult's (ages 40-70) preferences for long-term care, including place of care and the persons providing care. Most adults preferred care in home/community settings by kin or non-kin, with few deeming nursing homes acceptable.
Article Author: 
Eckert PhD, J. Kevin; Morgan PhD, Leslie A.; Swamy PhD, Namratha
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Populations: 
Aging/Older Adults; Caregivers
family care-giving; attitudes toward housing; preferences and planning

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