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Senior Services

Libraries & Seniors

Background Demographics Issues of Providing Library Services to Older Adults Defining the Needs of Seniors Rewards & Barriers to Providing Services to Seniors Task Force Recommendation Conclusion

Serving Seniors

Task Force on Library Services for Older Adults

 

The Report and Recommendations of the Task Force on Library Services for Older Adults

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Conclusion

This plan, that incorporates training, planning, promotion and cooperation, serves as a starting point for Missouri libraries to reach out to Missourians 60 years and older. Enhancement of services to seniors can only result in positive benefits for Missouri libraries and communities in which they reside, promoting the positive impact libraries can have on the quality of life from birth to old age. The recommendations advocated by this task force can result in more effective and innovative library programs and services for older adults.