Journal of Leisurability issue theme 'Linking Formal and Informal Supports' Editors comments.

Recreational programs have been identified as being particularly important in maintaining quality of life in frail and dependent older people and of benefit to people with dementia. In this article th...

The authors discuss the concepts of social support and they propose a re-framing of what it means for individuals to interact in a supportive way. They cover topics such as: the implications of social...

The authors describe "support clusters" and how they work. An example of using the concept of linking formal and informal support networks is the Support Clusters Project. This is a project which brin...

The author describes the struggle of the family of a child with Tourette Syndrome, how they tried to cope alone and finally sought help. She describes the family's experiences in trying to access reso...