Disability: The demographics of physical functioning and home environments of older Americans

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Tabbarah, M [1 ]
Mihelic, A [1 ]
Crimmins, EM [1 ]
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[1] Univ So Calif, Los Angeles, CA 90089 USA
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Using data from two large population based panel studies, The Longitudinal Study on Aging (LSOA) and the Survey of Asset and Health Dynamics of the Oldest Old (AHEAD), we describe the disability, housing features, and sociodemographic characteristics of Americans 70 years of age and older These data clarify, the specific physical functioning losses that occur in the older population, as well as some of the features of dwellings occupied by persons over 70 living in the community. The combination of information is used to suggest that special housing features would permit individuals to remain in their homes and promote their sense of independence.
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