The enactment of Social Security in 1935 afforded older adults the ability to
a. enter a city-sponsored nursing home.
b. purchase care privately.
c. receive care by a physician in the home.
d. stay in hospitals until completely well.
B
The Social Security Act in 1935 allowed older people the means to purchase care privately and not to rely on charitable or public institutions.
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