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On Volunteerism
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Gotbaum, Victor; Barr, Elinor – Social Policy, 1976
Suggests that volunteerism must supplement and not be a substitute for what should be a gainfully employed work force. (Author)
Descriptors: Citizen Role, Economic Climate, Geriatrics, Gerontology
Older Persons as Provider of Services: Three Federal Programs
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Bowles, Elinor – Social Policy, 1976
Reviews and describes three programs in which older adults provide their services: foster grandparents, senior companions, and retired senior volunteers. (AM)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Citizen Role, Federal Programs, Geriatrics