Elder Care - Elder Care Glossary

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Elder Care

Elder care refers to a wide range of support services available to older adults to meet needs ranging from socialization to grooming. Examples of elder care services include home health care, friendly visits, housekeeping, adult day care, and retirement housing.

References

1. Helpguide.org. (n. d.) Aging Issues. Retrieved July 21, 2009, from http://www.helpguide.org/elder_care.htm.

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