Spiritual Well-Being Among Older African Americans in a Midwestern City

More than many other cities in America, older African Americans in Milwaukee, WI contend with negative environmental, socio-economic and health challenges in one of the most hyper-segregated cities in America. This research examines the role of spirituality and religion in their lives and the ways t...

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Authors: Williams, Gary L. (Author) ; Keigher, Sharon M. (Author) ; Williams, Agnes Virginia (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Springer Science + Business Media B. V. [2012]
In: Journal of religion and health
Year: 2012, Volume: 51, Issue: 2, Pages: 355-370
Further subjects:B Milwaukee
B Spirituality
B Midwest
B Religion
B Elderly
B African American
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