Reports on the commonalities and differences in the status of older women in the member states of the European Community. The report is a timely reminder that the needs of this population group, as well as the risks they take, must be addressed by European policymakers and social planners. (Author/JOW)

Examines the world response to population aging. Discusses national, regional, and international activities, such as conferences, campaigns to promote an active aging, employment projects, and community alternatives to institutional care. Policy responses are considered, involving employment, income, health, housing, family, consumerism,…