Supporting Aging in Place: A Relational and Preventive Approach to Integrated Care in Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5334/ijic.10601 | Journal eISSN: 1568-4156
Language: English
Page range: 4 - 4
Submitted on: Feb 1, 2026
Accepted on: Oct 12, 2026
Published on: Oct 23, 2026
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