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Download full textWard, Russell A.; And Others – 1981
Studies conducted in specifically age-segregated housing for older persons suggest that such age-homogeneous settings encourage networks of friendships and mutual assistance. Since patterns of age segregation exist within communities, such segregation may result in similar social benefits. Interviews (N=1,185) assessing social networks were…
Descriptors: Age Differences, Age Groups, Community Characteristics, Friendship
