Abstract

It was hypothesized that childless 2nd one-child elderly would substitute closer relationships with other kin and would turn to other kin and to non-faily providers for services. 121 childless and one-child elderly were compared to 179 elderly with two or more children. Results at the .05 level include: This group had somewhat stronger relationships with cousins, nieces and nephews (but no! siblings). They used and desired more services from these other kin and from non-family providers (friends and neighbors, volunteer agencies, and hired providers. but not government agencies) than did the two-child group. Subgroup analyses and implications for planning are presented.

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