ArticleBMC geriatrics2026
The development of a method to activate vital communities, facilitation of older people ageing in place: a community-based participatory research.
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backgroundAs populations age, governments and healthcare systems increasingly promote ageing in place as a cost-effective alternative to institutional care. Vital communities, socially cohesive, inclusive, and responsive environments, play a key role in supporting older people to remain in their homes and neighbourhoods. Despite growing interest, there is limited practical guidance on how to activate such communities. This study aimed to develop a structured method to assist community members, professionals, volunteers, care partners, and older people in selecting effective strategies and interventions for community activation.
methodsUsing a community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach, stakeholders were engaged as equal partners throughout an iterative co-creation process. Data were collected through context mapping, group discussions, stakeholder sessions, and prototype testing, and analysed using deductive coding frameworks.
resultsThe study resulted in the Community Activation Compass, a co-created framework and infographic that outlines four key phases of activation: mapping, planning, implementation, and evaluation. It includes practical tools such as a vitality quick scan and a business model canvas to support inclusive and sustainable community development.
conclusionCommunity activation is a complex, multidisciplinary process that requires inclusive collaboration and local ownership. The Community Activation Compass offers a promising framework to guide such efforts, but further implementation and evaluation are needed to assess its impact on ageing in place.
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