Inclusion of Social Realm within Elderly Facilities to Promote their Wellbeing

Abstract

Abstract Some occupants of Malaysian elderly facilities experience physical disabilities resulting in reduced social engagement. Conducive social realms within the elderly facilities are vital to increase the quality of their wellbeing. This paper aims to highlight the quality of the social realms within the elderly care facilities that promotes their social wellbeing. The objectives are to analyse the quality of spatial elements and explore further improvements to these elderly facilities. A questionnaire survey, interviews and observations were employed to gather data pertinent to the research. The findings suggested improvements to the facilities especially in courtyards and choices of bedrooms.