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09

My children fully understand my social needs.

.805

21

My children & grandchildren care about me & how I feel.

.794

08

My children fully understand my physical needs.

.768

30

I have the power & respect I deserve in my family.

.764

50

I feel very loved by my whole family.

.748

13

My family respects me for who I am regardless of my age.

.748

17

My opinions are highly respected in my family.

.747

18

My morals, values & priorities are highly respected in my family.

.729

47

My children have given me the same respect & care I gave my parents.

.713

10

My children fully understand my emotional needs.

.710

40

I am spending a lot of time enjoying myself with my grandchildren.

.705

11

My children fully understand my financial needs.

.661

22

My family looks to me in time of need for advice.

.653

33

I am satisfied with my life in my old age.

.584

42

I feel that I have a lot to contribute to my family.

.584

34

Family traditions are highly respected in my family.

.555

23

I do not feel valued by my family as a source of wisdom.

.466

31

I have the power & respect I deserve in my community as an older person with experience & knowledge.

.463

14

People in the community respect me for who I am regardless of my age.

.448

43

I feel that I have a lot to contribute to my community.

.447

02

I am socially active with friends & in my community.

.379

04

I have gained more respect from others over the years.

.379