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California State University, San Bernardino

Theses/Dissertations

2008

Older people Housing

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Degree Of Privacy Afforded In Long-Term Care, Lynn Marie Givens, Jesse Ornelas Jan 2008

Degree Of Privacy Afforded In Long-Term Care, Lynn Marie Givens, Jesse Ornelas

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The purpose of this study was to assess the level of privacy among the elderly living in long-term nursing and communal facilities. The data was collected through a probability sampling at the Veterans Home of California in Barstow.


Housing Concerns And Subjective Well-Being Of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, Erika Janet Perez Jan 2008

Housing Concerns And Subjective Well-Being Of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, Erika Janet Perez

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This study examines the relationship between housing concerns, ethnicity, and subjective well-being of grandparents raising grandchildren. 17 participants were recruited from the Kin-Care program of Riverside County, Ca. About 19% of families headed by grandparents are living in poverty. When looking at the type of services that would be beneficial for these families, the housing situation is an important matter to consider.