Abstract
With the increasing number of persons who are elderly, identification of the characteristics of optimal housing that contribute to meeting the various needs of older persons is essential. A pilot study to identify the effects of three different housing environments (personal dwellings, specialized housing and nursing homes) on reported quality of life was conducted, using the Flanagan Quality of Life Scale plus two general health items, among persons over the age of 65 (n = 87). Significant differences were found in several quality of life issues related to relationships and satisfaction with life. Persons in specialized housing consistently reported good quality of life related to socialization. While individuals in each group reported no difference in the importance of each quality of life factor, individuals in the nursing home consistently reported the lowest quality of life. The implication of this study for housing placement, transition, planning, and creating housing contexts that promote quality of life are discussed.
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