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Patterns of kinship in the urban environment: experiences and responses amongst older people.

Professor Christopher Phillipson | Sociology | 01 October 1994

Abstract: the main purpose of the research is, first, to generate new knowledge about the causes of and consequences of demographic change as it affects older people living in urban areas; second, to examine changes over time in kinship availability, ...

Population ageing and urbanisation: developing age-friendly cities

Professor Christopher Phillipson | 31 August 2012

The world health organization (who) model of 'age-friendly cities' emphasizes the theme of supportive urban environments for older citizens. These are defined as encouraging 'active ageing' by 'optimising opportunities for health, participation and s ...

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