Elderly

by Karin L. Swisher (Editor), Tara P. Deal (Editor)

Debates age-related issues such as, How does society view the elderly? Do the elderly need outside help? and Can society meet the elderly's health care needs?

216 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1990

Reviews

[Oriyah N · Rating 2 out of 5]

Because of the publication date and the fact that this book deals with public policy, it will probably be considered outdated by most. However, the Opposing Viewpoints series brings such a broad collection of articles that really covers the gamut of topics and opinions regarding the issues confronting the elderly in American society (and, arguably, many of these would apply in some way in any nation.) The viewpoints and opinions presented were rather well rounded and presented all sides of the issues at hand, making it a very fair and complex presentation. It was also interesting to see what predictions were made about the plight of the elderly in what was then the future but is now the past and present. The book also made a good springboard for my wanting to explore the current realities of the government programs that are in place to support the elderly and help to address their needs.

Definitely food for thought, if not the most current book.