Intended for persons in their 50s and 60s who are seriously thinking about retirement and younger people who want to learn about aging and retirement, this book was developed as a companion piece to the training program offered to business and nonprofit organizations by the University of Southern Maine retirement planning team. Most of the…

Illustrates the leisure planning process by describing various aspects of goal setting and action planning. Presents case study of a social worker who is planning for retirement. Concludes career counselors will be called upon to assist individuals to plan for leisure as part of the life/career planning process. (Author/ABL)

Work is a primary source of self-satisfaction and self-definition for many people. Transition to leisure is often difficult for older persons. Leisure counseling helps older persons find self-satisfaction and adjust to their situations. Suggestions for effective leisure counseling are presented. (Author/BEF)

Provides rationale and goals for senior citizen participation in recreation and outdoor education programs. Topics addressed include: creative use of leisure; social interaction; volunteer services; integration of age groups; and promoting social and emotional well-being. Implications for the future of leisure-centered living are also discussed.…