Identifying resources for promoting healthy aging in community

² School of Global Health Management & Informatics, College of Community Innovation and Education, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, United States

IJPS 2022, 8(2), 79–88; https://doi.org/10.36922/ijps.v8i2.303

Submitted: 29 June 2022 | Accepted: 30 November 2022 | Published: 29 December 2022

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Abstract

Community-dwelling older adults depend on resources for stability and safety as they age. This study explores resources that mature over time to improve the quality of aging in community (AIC) within communities that are not modeled for aging populations. Recommendations for future research and community programs to improve the ability of community members to age in community were made based on the findings. This qualitative study used semi-structured interviews with open-ended questions on 16 older adults who attend programs designed to increase community interaction. According to data gathered, the three most important resources were social, health, and financial. AIC requires multiple resources to sustain basic needs and provide quality living. Early allocation of resources improves the likelihood of successfully AIC.

Keywords

Aging in community

Gerontology

Retirement planning

Village model

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The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.

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