SynthesisBMC geriatrics2023
Middle aged and older adult's perspectives of their own home environment: a review of qualitative studies and meta-synthesis.
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- Pooled it
- Meaning of home among community-dwelling older adults with health concerns: a reflexive thematic analysis.International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being · 2026Article
- Home Modification Outcomes for Adults Aged 50 Years and Over and Their Relatives: A Scoping Review.OTJR : occupation, participation and health · 2026Article
- Readiness for home-based palliative care among primary caregivers: an explanatory sequential mixed methods study.BMC palliative care · 2026Article
- Gender differences in the influence of environmental hazards on dementia in older adults.The Gerontologist · 2026Article
- AUDACE: a study protocol for the realist mixed methods evaluation of the BCM2.0 occupational therapy and assistive device programme for older people aging in place.BMC primary care · 2026Article
- Examining mediating pathways among factors associated with adolescent dissociative experiences: a gender-stratified structural equation modeling analysis.BMC psychology · 2026Article
- Social connectedness and healthcare engagement among adults with disabilities: The role of living arrangement.PloS one · 2026Article
- A feasibility study of an artificial intelligence based decision support system for personalised housing adaptations and assistive technology.Discover artificial intelligence · 2026Article
- "I don't want to be a burden": the double-edged role of filial piety in fall-risk perception among community-dwelling older adults in China.Frontiers in public health · 2026Article
- Measuring and monitoring safety of older adults living in retirement homes: a scoping review protocol.BMJ open · 2025Article
- Vertical Lift Systems and Health Outcomes in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Rapid Review.Public health reviews · 2025Review
- 'It's where I belong': what does it mean to age in place from the perspective of people aged 80 and above? A longitudinal qualitative study (wave one).BMC geriatrics · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundMost people prefer to remain in their homes and communities as long as possible. Staying at home is widely beneficial as ageing within the home promotes independence and costs less than residential aged care. Understanding meanings and drivers of remaining at home is an area of importance.
objectiveThe objective of this systematic review of qualitative studies was to synthesise middle and older aged adult's perspective of their home environment and determine the factors that are important when making decisions about future housing.
methodsThis review and meta-synthesis was conducted in accordance with JBI (formally known as the Joanna Briggs Institute) methodology for systematic reviews of qualitative evidence. Meta-aggregation was used as the method of synthesis. Included qualitative studies involved middle and older aged adults and their views about ageing and housing. Published studies were identified in four electronic databases and grey literature. Critical appraisal and extraction were conducted using JBI tools and findings were categorised and synthesised into findings.
resultsA total of 46 papers with 5183 participants on the concept of home were included. Most of the participants were older (> 65 years old) and the perspectives of middle-aged people were largely absent. Factors impacting on future housing decisions among individuals were identified. Seven synthesized findings emerged-independence, finances, stigma, attitudes towards ageing, attachments with home, aesthetics, and family connection.
conclusionOlder people have a greater sense of independence and autonomy if they remain in their own home. Multiple external factors impacted on their perspectives including a sense of stigma about ageing, fear of being a burden to others and their own financial position which in some cases restricted their options. This review provides a comprehensive description of the different factors that need to be considered when planning future housing needs; both for individuals and for communities.
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