FAMILY-LIFE EDUCATION FOR THE LATER YEARS

The older population has increased in proportion and numbers within th e United States, and family life educators have been developing progra ms for these individuals. Family life education programs have addresse d several issues for later life family members, including marriage, se xuality, retirement and family life, widowhood, intergenerational rela tions, and caregiving. For each of these issues, research is briefly r eviewed, educational programs are discussed, and issues for the future are noted Seven guidelines for the development of family life educati on programs for the later years are presented.