Thesis (B.Sc)--University of Hong Kong, 2001. / "A dissertation submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Bachelor of Science (Speech and Hearing Sciences), The University of Hong Kong, May 4, 2001." Also available in print.

Thesis (M.R.E.)--Cincinnati Christian Seminary, 1987. / Abstract. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 165-166).

One of the most striking dimensions of population change in Canada is the marked increase of elderly persons in proportion to the total population. This phenomenon, particularly pronounced in British Columbia (B.C.), reflects in large measure the attractiveness of regions within B.C, where climatic conditions are probably the most moderate in Canada. This large concentration of the elderly creates a significant housing problem because the elderly, on the whole, have lower incomes than other housing consumers and are thus at a disadvantage in securing adequate accommodation. An attempt is made to evolve an approach to the problem of housing the needy elderly which will be generally applicable in Canada and particularly applicable in B.C. It is contended that there is need for an administrative system designed to coordinate the diverse public and private organizations that are involved, or potentially involved, in providing housing and complementary services for the needy elderly. Coordination is required at several levels including coordination of planning and welfare agencies, coordination of efforts of municipalities in housing programs designed to serve residents of several municipalities, and coordination of private housing and service agencies with complementary public housing and service agencies. As a basis for investigation it is hypothesized that: In British Columbia, the Provincial Government ought to be responsible for establishing the objectives, policies and administrative framework necessary to encourage joint participation of federal, provincial and local governments and private enterprises in implementation of a comprehensive housing program for the elderly. The hypothesis stresses the importance of objectives and policies as a necessary basis of a housing program. While Provincial responsibility is emphasized, the ideal situation would entail joint Federal - Provincial participation in the definition of housing objectives and policies because of their joint participation in financing of these programs. Accordingly, it is proposed that the overall administrative framework use the "Urban Development Board", an administrative device designed to foster effective and coordinated joint Federal - Provincial action. The Provincial Government is alone constitutionally capable of establishing the necessary administrative machinery to implement housing programs at the local level. The key issue is whether to entrust the program to a dominant Provincial mechanism or to a strongly empowered local agency. Emphasis is placed on the human ecology of the problem. The problem of housing the elderly is expected to be pronounced in regions with climatic amenity, and particularly in urban areas of those regions. In addition, the requirements of an administrative system to implement a housing program are developed and a range of alternative administrative devices analyzed in light of these criteria. The analysis suggested that the local housing authority approach could produce a coordinated housing program at the local level of Government. The Provincial Government would make housing a mandatory function of local government, at the same time providing the necessary powers and financial resources for local housing authorities. The Provincial government would coordinate the programs of all local housing authorities and administer a system of grants-in-aid to these authorities in proportion to the need and in relation to Provincially established priorities. Because of the strength of voluntary philanthropic housing effort in B. C., it is suggested that the local housing authority be closely affiliated for coordination purposes with a proposed Housing Council to be comprised of representatives of those private organizations providing housing and collateral services. The case-study method is used to determine the utility of the recommended administrative system within the context of a specific area. The focus of the case study is on the administrative arrangements for housing the elderly at the local level. Proposed changes in Federal - Provincial relations on housing problems are not examined because a case study cannot identify the influence of non-existent administrative systems. The study serves to illustrate the potential role of a local housing authority although the mechanics of implementing the approach are not detailed. The hypothesis fails to assert explicitly that the Federal and Provincial Governments should jointly participate in formulating objectives and policies and that a housing program for the elderly should not be conceived independently of an overall housing program. Subject to these limitations, the hypothesis is considered valid. / Applied Science, Faculty of / Community and Regional Planning (SCARP), School of / Graduate

This study attempts to explore some of the social aspects of boarding homes for the aged in order to learn what problems are met in operating such homes and what adjustments can be made to solve them. Sixteen boarding homes in Vancouver were visited and the operators were interviewed. These interviews were the basis of the chapters on the boarding homes themselves. In addition other types of institutions were considered, with one or two being visited and investigated. The study made by the Committee on the Care of the Aged was used for background as were two other studies made.by the writer in order to determine where old people in one area, of the city were living. Supplementary material was of course drawn from, reference reading. The study includes chapters on general facilities offered in. boarding homes, on bedroom and bathroom facilities and on the serving of meals. The use of leisure time was considered to be vitally important. Perhaps the most significant factor in successful operation of a boarding home is the personal relationships involved. A very deliberate effort was made to keep conclusions and recommendations, at a practical level. It was recognized that private rooms and a comprehensive, well-planned recreation program are desirable, but no such sweeping changes from the present accommodations were even suggested. The licensing system has had a major role in raising standards and improving practises, and will continue to do so in the future. One inescapable conclusion is that there is a. serious shortage of boarding homes, for old people, as well as; of all other types of accommodation geared for their needs. No attempt has been made in the present survey to assess the extent of this shortage nor to propose how or by whom the shortage could be rectified. It is hoped only that this study might be helpful to persons who are dealing directly with boarding homes for the aged. / Arts, Faculty of / Social Work, School of / Graduate

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"The purpose of this study is to present descriptively the available information pertaining to the historical development of a voluntary non-profit home--Douglas Gardens, Jewish Home for the Aged of Greater Miami, Florida. The founders of the Home formed themselves into an organized group in 1939 and became incorporated as a non-profit organization on July 25, 1940. However, the Home was not opened for service until 1945. It was believed that information about the Home which was accumulated over the last twenty years would exhibit an historical and chronological experience of this sectarian group which would have wide application to similar efforts elsewhere"--Introduction. / Typescript. / "August, 1960." / "Submitted to the Graduate School of Florida State University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Social Work." / Advisor: Irene E. Morris, Professor Directing Study. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 85-88).

"The purpose of this study was to examine some social, economic, and physical characteristics of aged persons who requested admission to Douglas Gardens, the Jewish Home for the Aged of Greater Miami, Florida. It was felt that by means of such an examination some conclusions could be drawn about characteristics which influence an aged person's choice of residence in a home for the aged. Fifty-eight applicants were selected for the purpose of examining these characteristics, a sample which consisted of twenty-eight aged persons who requested admission, but withdrew their applications during the application process and thirty people who were admitted as residents of the Home"--Introduction. / Typescript. / "June, 1961." / "Submitted to the Graduate School of Florida State University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Social Work." / Advisor: Dixie B. Jones, Professor Directing Study. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 52-54).

Lam Muk Hung. / Thesis (M.Phil.)--Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1989. / Bibliography: leaves 161-172.

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published_or_final_version / Architecture / Master / Master of Architecture