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The Coming of Age in Europe: Older People in the European Community
The Coming of Age in Europe Older People in the European Community Author:Age Concern England Published to mark 1993, the European Year of Older People and Solidarity Between Generations, this is a comparative study of social provision for older people across the countries of the European Community. Written thematically, it provides an overview of current activity, identifies trends and highlights good practice in a variety of fields. Th... more »e topics covered include demographic Europe, education and leisure, health and community care, employment and retirement, housing, transport and mobility, and pensions and benefits. Using case studies to illustrate their arguments, the contributors comment on present UN and European policies, and discuss some of the objectives for the future.« less