Health Management for Older Adults III - Rural White Elderly as Patients

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So what happens to elders from the rural areas when illness or disability makes an independent lifestyle and autonomy impossible?

Fortunately, rural elders recognize that this time may come and do reflect on the eventuality of disability or loss of health. They acknowledge that health changes may necessitate a significant change in their lifestyle.

The difficult decision is agreement upon when this time occurs.