The Social and Built Environment in an Older Society
| Author | : Institute of Medicine |
| Publisher | : National Academies Press |
| Total Pages | : 305 |
| Release | : 1988-02-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780309037808 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0309037808 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (808 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Social and Built Environment in an Older Society by : Institute of Medicine
Download or read book The Social and Built Environment in an Older Society written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1988-02-01 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Third in the series, this book addresses the social implications of architectural and interpersonal environments for older people. It suggests how society and its structures can enhance the productivity of, and preserve the quality of life for, older residents in a community. The study investigates new approaches to the problem, including new housing alternatives and new strategies for reflecting the needs of the elderly in housing construction.