Description of the physical and non-physical living conditions of the Dutch population aged 55 years and older. Description and evaluation of r's present residence home for aged persons and r's previous residence / going outdoors, conveyance / going out at night, fear / respondent and partner physical problems with different daily activities, getting help with it / physical condition, infirmities, medical attendance / making use of domestic help, obtaining victuals, hot meals / daily activities, resting / social life assisting friends, paying and receiving visits, impediments / leisure following courses, hobbies, entertainment etc., impediments. Background variables: basic characteristics/ residence/ housing situation/ household characteristics/ occupation/employment/ education/ religion/ readership, mass media, and 'cultural' exposure/ organizational membership