Codes and Frequencies
An 'X' indicates the category is available for that sample
| Code | Label |
84
|
|---|---|---|
| 0 | NIU | X |
| 1 | No | X |
| 2 | Yes | X |
| 9 | Unknown | X |
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Description
For sample adults age 55 and older who live in a retirement community or complex, RCOMPHONE reports whether telephone call services to check on the person's well-being are available in the person's community/building or complex. The person was instructed to report such services, whether or not he or she personally used them.
RCOMPHONE was introduced in 1984 as part of a Study on Aging supplement. For related variables, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function or drop-down menus.
Universe
- 1984: Sample persons age 55+ who live in a retirement community or complex.
Availability
- 1984
Survey Text
| 1984 |
[] No (M2)
[] DK
b. Is -- now covered?
2[] No
9[] DK
Ask 18d, e, and f for each person with "Laid off/lost job" in 18b.
d. How many times has -- been laid off or lost a job during the past 12 months?
Weights
- 1984 : SAMPWEIGHT