Ageing Well is key reading for students, academics, practitioners and policy makers who are concerned with the research and practice that will help to improve quality of life for older people.
List of abbreviations
Models of quality of life in older age
The study: Aims, methods, measures, sample, response rates
What adds quality to life, and what takes quality away?
Social relationships and activities
Health and functioning
Psychological outlook
Social capital: Home and neighbourhood
Financial circumstances and having enough money
Independence and freedom
Life 18 months later
Discussion: Implications for ageing well in the 21st century
Glossary
References
Index