%0 Journal Article
%T Therapeutic Group Activities
%J Activities, adaptation and aging
%D 1986
%A Szekais, Barbara
%V 8
%N 3
%P 11-20
%X Groups are being used more frequently as an intervention approach in health and social service settings for the impaired elderly. As part of an on-going activities program, groups can offer a therapeutic experience to a large number of individuals. This discussion presents reasons for using a group format for activities, essential knowledge and skills of the group leader, and six categories of groups that can be used in a variety of service settings.<p />
%G 
%I Informa - Taylor and Francis Group
%@ 0192-4788
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1300/J016v08n03_02