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Most social studies of older people in the United States have focused upon problems and conditions encountered in urban centers. In Older Rural Americans sixteen social scientists representing various regions examine in depth the circumstances of older people in rural America.The authors first consider older people in the contexts of work, the family, and the community, discussing their social outlook, their place in these contexts, and the profound changes they face as they move away from an active part in these areas of life. Later chapters analyze the distribution of the rural aged populat

Available data suggest that the rural aged, com pared with urban older people, have substantially smaller incomes, are restricted in mobility because of inadequate transportation facilities, report poorer physical health, and reveal a more negative outlook on life. Evidence suggests that the industrialization of rural communities may have a negative impact upon the rural elderly. Periodic longitudinal studies of rural older persons in strategic locations of the nation are needed to provide guidance for programs and services.

Available data suggest that the Ru aged, compared with Ur older people, have substantially smaller incomes, are restricted in mobility because of inadequate transportation facilities, report poorer physical health, & reveal a more negative outlook on life. Evidence suggests that the industrialization of Ru communities may have a negative impact upon the Ru elderly. Periodic longitudinal studies of Ru older persons in strategic locations of the nation are needed to provide guidance for programs & services. 1 Table. HA.