Between social networks and formal social services

Authors:
LITWIN Howard, AUSLANDER Gail K.
Journal article citation:
Ageing and Society, 8(3), September 1988, pp.269-285.
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press

Reports a study of the social networks of recent applications to the social welfare bureaux of Jerusalem. Beyond review of the relevant study variables as reflected in the literature, and an overview of Israeli social services for the aged, addresses why the social networks of the elderly claimants turned to formal assistance.

Subject terms:
older people, social networks;
Content type:
research
Location(s):
Israel
Link:
Journal home page
ISSN online:
1469-1779
ISSN print:
0144-686X

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