The Community Life of Older People in Ireland (Paperback, New edition)

This book is a contemporary sociological account of the lives of older people in two different communities in Ireland, one urban and one rural. The book is based on primary research that examined the social and community participation of older people in Rathmore and Rathbeg using both ethnographic and survey approaches. The data presented provides insights into the nature of a community in a rapidly changing society and into older people's contributions to that community. It points to realms of activity that offer genuine meaning and value in older people's lives. A model of connectedness is developed in the study that identifies key characteristics and processes involved in sociability and solidarity within neighbourhoods and communities. A typology often relational patterns describes the different ways in which older adults may be connected within their communities. The author proposes an explanatory framework for understanding the complex and varied connections between people in communities. The book also demonstrates what older people in Ireland perceive as a good life.

General

Imprint:	Verlag Peter Lang
Country of origin:	Switzerland
Release date:	August 2008
First published:	2008
Authors:	Carmel Gallagher
Dimensions:	220 x 150 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	386
Edition:	New edition
ISBN-13:	978-3-03-911386-6
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social groups & communities > Rural communities Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social groups & communities > Urban communities Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social groups & communities > Age groups > Adults > Elderly Promotions
LSN:	3-03-911386-0
Barcode:	9783039113866

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