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Activities, Adaptation & Aging
Dignified and Purposeful Living for Older Adults
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The Feasibility of Conducting a Group-Based Progressive Strength Training Program in Residents of a Multi-Level Care Facility

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Pages 53-63 | Published online: 11 Oct 2008

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