Alzheimer's Disease in Rural Areas: Can Informal Helpers Meet the Needs?.

Wolk, James; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ355973

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1987

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Alzheimer's Disease in Rural Areas: Can Informal Helpers Meet the Needs?

Wolk, James; And Others

Human Services in the Rural Environment, v10 n3 p8-13 Win 1987

Examines issues and problems confronting 20 caregivers of victims of Alzheimer's disease in rural southwest Missouri and the formal and informal services they received. Suggests that coordination of formal/informal supports must be improved. Describes characteristics and incidence of Alzheimer's disease and implications for rural areas with high percentages of elderly. (LFL)

Descriptors: Disabilities, Family Environment, Family Problems, Health Needs, Helping Relationship, Older Adults, Rural Areas, Rural Population, Social Networks, Social Support Groups

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Support Staff; Practitioners

Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Missouri

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