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    Growing Older in Europe

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    ISBN: 9780335215133
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    AuthorWalker, Alan
    Pub Date01/12/2004
    Binding7
    Pages312
    Publisher: OPEN UNIVERSITY PRESS
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    Offers a European dimension, examining and comparing the quality of life as experienced by older people in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden and the UK. This book contains case studies by European authors that consider quality of life indicators such as income, housing, employment, physical and mental health, and family and social support.

    This book provides a European dimension, examining and comparing the quality of life as experienced by older people in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden and the UK. Detailed case studies by well-known European authors consider key quality of life indicators such as income, housing, employment, physical and mental health, and family and social support. Examples of good practice are provided from each region, and recommenations are made for future priorities. A comparative introduction by the editor draws out key similarities and differences between the countries studied and sets the context for the case studies. This book is aimed at advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students of social policy, social gerontology and sociology. It will also be of interest to academics and policy makers.