An open policy for the elderly.
European countries are re-examining established attitudes to the care of the elderly. Some countries are moving away from institutional care and letting the community look after old people. In the Netherlands and Norway this approach is proving successful. Author reports on the balance between closed and open care in Europe.
D000368:Aged; D001290:Attitude; D003153:Community Health Services / Q000639:trends*; D003631:Day Care, Medical; D005060:Europe; D006707:Homes for the Aged / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D006801:Humans; D007326:Institutionalization