Examines public support for benefits to older persons. Results indicated the priority given to benefits for older persons when compared with other tax uses is high, but the relationship between comparative and general support is low. Suggests it may be difficult for advocacy groups to expand current benefits. (Author/JAC)

A study compared the differences among public and private sector rehabilitation professionals with respect to their attitudes toward aging, fear of aging, and involvement with older clients. Demographic variables of age, sex, race, and educational status were also examined. The study sample included 325 full-time, nonclerical employees of…