Aging & Social Factors
Interviewing Residents on the Decision to Relocate to Nursing Homes
One of the strengths of interview research, and other qualitative methodologies, is that we can empirically study the significance of events to individuals. Quantitative research,…
Examining the Role that Caregivers Play in the Decision to Move to Assisted Living
Researchers at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte recently published results from a study that examined the family caregiver’s experiences while moving relatives with Alzheimer’s…
Quality of Work Life and Intention to Retire among Older Employees
New research has found an association between an individual’s quality of work life and the age they retire. A European based study examined 6836 participants,…
The Landscape of Retirement Continues to Change
A new research brief published by the Carsey Institute at the University of New Hampshire, adds to mounting evidence that retirement patterns are shifting dramatically.…
Will Moving Later in Life Impact Your Health? It Depends…
Researchers at Syracuse University recently published a report outlining the diverse impact that moving has on older adults. This study builds on previous research that…
Study Finds Early Retirees At Greater Mortality Risk
A United States based study sought out to assess whether the age at which a person retires impacts the length of their life. The current…
Research in China Demonstrates Link Between Socioeconomic Conditions and Health in Older Adults
Researchers in the United States have commented for some time on the link between social and economic status and health. New research has found this…
Few Consumers Do Use the Nursing Home Report Card
New research from the University of Pittsburgh indicates that only 12% of consumers remember factoring in the Nursing Home Report card in their decisions to…
Report from the MetLIfe Emerging Retirement Model Study
MetLife recently published a report detailing the results of their survey of employers’ concerns regarding the issues they face related to the retirement of a…
Assessing the Future of Assisted Living
A new book published late last year reviews the variety of factors that shape assisted living and its appeal to older consumers. The book entitled…
Examining the Social Environment’s Impact on Food Intake By Older Adults
Recent research indicates that the social environment plays an important role in the amount of food we eat. Although a number of similar studies have…
Environmental Threats to Healthy Aging
A forward-looking, well-reasoned report entitled “Environmental Threats to Healthy Aging: With a Closer look at Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s Diseases” recently was issued jointly by the…
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