Sponsor
Portland State University. Department of Political Science
First Advisor
Burton Onstine
Term of Graduation
Winter 1979
Date of Publication
2-23-1979
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (M.S.) in Political Science
Department
Political Science
Language
English
Subjects
United States. Older Americans Act of 1965, Older people -- Oregon -- Portland, Older people -- Oregon -- Multnomah County
DOI
10.15760/etd.2903
Physical Description
1 online resource (3, v, 163 pages)
Abstract
This research sought to determine the impact of the Older Americans Act of 1965 and its subsequent amendments on the aged population in Portland-Multnomah County from 1965 to 1977. After a comparative analysis of aged services prior to the Act of 1965, and the elderly services subsequent to the Act, the conclusions revealed that there was a significant impact made upon the lives of seniors in Portland-Multnomah County area.
This study identifies the historical events that led to the Older Americans Act. This includes the evolution of aging consciousness in the local, state, and national communities. In addition, the major goals and objectives of the Act are identified.
Interviews were held with numerous elderly recipients, professional staff of aging projects, and civic leaders. These interviews were conducted informally at meetings, potlucks, and other special social events.
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Persistent Identifier
https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/17457
Recommended Citation
Southwell, Joil A., "Impact of the Older Americans Act of 1965 Upon the Elderly in Portland-Multnomah County, Oregon, From 1965 to 1977" (1979). Dissertations and Theses. Paper 2907.
https://doi.org/10.15760/etd.2903
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