Implementing Community Care in Illinois: Issues of Cost and Targeting in a Statewide Program.

Taber, Merlin A.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1980-Jun

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Implementing Community Care in Illinois: Issues of Cost and Targeting in a Statewide Program.

Taber, Merlin A.; And Others

Gerontologist, v20 n3 p380-88 Jun 1980

Cost effectiveness of the program cannot be accurately determined. Assessment is based on actual self-care rather than proving poverty. A flexible approach is taken toward disability level and family support. States should keep community care flexible and available at acceptable cost. (JAC)

Descriptors: Community Health Services, Delivery Systems, Geriatrics, Gerontology, Home Programs, Needs Assessment, Nursing Homes, Older Adults, Program Descriptions, State Programs

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Illinois

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