The senior volunteer : where and how retired Americans can give back / Charles C. Sharpe.

"This book encourages volunteerism among retired and older people. It documents the physical and psychosocial benefits, and the personal rewards. The book also discusses volunteerism in the context of changing concepts of aging and retirement in America, and presents a listing of up-to-date opportun...

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Main Author: Sharpe, Charles C., 1935-
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, 2005.
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Physical Description:205 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Format: Book

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505 0 |a Volunteerism -- The American volunteer tradition -- Redefining aging and retirement -- How many seniors volunteer? -- Where do seniors volunteer? -- Why do seniors volunteer? -- Government programs -- National programs -- International programs -- Clearinghouses -- Virtual volunteering. 
520 |a "This book encourages volunteerism among retired and older people. It documents the physical and psychosocial benefits, and the personal rewards. The book also discusses volunteerism in the context of changing concepts of aging and retirement in America, and presents a listing of up-to-date opportunities"--Provided by publisher. 
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