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Older adults with developmental disabilities
 — a brief examination of current knowledge
Author(s)Rosangela Boyd
Journal titleActivities, Adaptation & Aging, vol 21, no 3, 1997
Pagespp 7-27
Sourcehttp://www.tandfonline.com
KeywordsMental disorder ; Cognitive impairment ; Recreation ; Life satisfaction ; United States of America.
AnnotationThis article outlines reasons why leisure services are of great importance to older adults with developmental difficulties: it provides opportunities for socialisation, productivity and self-worth; improves their fitness levels; and is conducive to inclusion and integration. Leisure professionals may have a positive impact on the lives of older adults with life long disabilities.
Accession NumberCPA-970718003 A
ClassmarkE: E4: H: F:5HH: 7T

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