This work is based upon a research study whose purpose was to collect new information about the special benefits and drawbacks of formal organizations' efforts at social network building for older women. In it, a two-tiered investigation was carried out: a national review of a select group of model self-help support programmes for older women throughout the United States; and an in-depth community case study of a nationally recognized model program of self-help support groups, leadership training, networking and community outreach/education for older women. It provides the research-oriented reader with scientific evidence to assess the relative efficacy of self-help group programming.

Approximately 90 national or broadly based organizations that deal with the elderly in sponsoring programs that promote self-help practices and self-care. Alphabetical arrangement by organizations. Each entry gives organization name, address, telephone number, membership, description, periodicals, and other publications. Index.

Approximately 90 national or broadly based organizations that deal with the elderly in sponsoring programs that promote self-help practices and self-care. Alphabetical arrangement by organizations. Each entry gives organization name, address, telephone number, membership, description, periodicals, and other publications. Index.