Volunteerism by Elders: Past Trends and Future Prospects
- 1 April 1993
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in The Gerontologist
- Vol. 33 (2) , 221-229
- https://doi.org/10.1093/geront/33.2.221
Abstract
A number of surveys indicate a rise in the percentage of elders involved in volunteer work over the past 25 years. This article identifies cultural, demographic, and programmatic factors that have contributed to this increase. After describing some current policies and programs, it identifies strategies for sustaining and expanding volunteerism by elders in the future.Keywords
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